"If we refuse to accept knowledge because it frightens us, we will never grow. If we give in to fear, we will never outgrow hatred."

Wisdom, Knowledge, Fear, Growth, Hatred

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"If we refuse to accept knowledge because it frightens us, we will never grow. If we give in to fear, we will never outgrow hatred."

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