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Desiderius Erasmus

Nature, more of a stepmother than a mother in several ways, has sown a seed of evil in the hearts of mortals, especially in the more thoughtful men, which makes them dissatisfied with their own lot and envious of another s.

Desiderius Erasmus

Nature

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Erasmus suggests that nature often treats people harshly, like a stepmother, by planting a harmful feeling inside them that causes unrest. This feeling is especially strong in intelligent individuals, making them unhappy with what they have and jealous of what others possess.

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