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Core Belief
"M. Myriel believes in the inherent goodness of humanity and the power of compassion to transform lives. He is committed to alleviating suffering and promoting justice."
Worldview
M. Myriel sees the world as a place of both great beauty and great suffering. He believes that it is the duty of those who are fortunate to help those who are less fortunate, and to work towards a more just and equitable society.
Personality
M. Myriel is a compassionate and generous man, known for his kindness and willingness to help those in need. He is also intelligent and learned, with a strong sense of justice and a deep faith.
In Their Own Words
"“You are looking at a good man, and I at a great man. Each of us can profit by it.”"
"“Place your hopes in the man from whom you do not inherit.”"
"“The faults of women, of children, of the feeble, the indigent, and the ignorant, are the fault of the husbands, the fathers, the masters, the strong, the rich, and the wise.”"
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