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Having succeeded his father, he retired to contemplate.
Montaigne was a master of ethics. He became a man who

admired kindness. He was a person who would sacrifice himself
and become a world MP for the benefit of humanity. He was

cosmopolitan and felt himself as the citizen of the world, close to

all people and nations. Michel de Montaigne was dedicated to
education.

“A child should not be filled with knowledge, he should not
become a donkey loaded with books, and neither should he be

taught knowledge that will not be of use to him; instead, he

should be prepared for his own wisdom and progress.”

Michel de Montaigne’s Essays have ethical purpose to explain

life and to provide guidance for better life.

Each person has a rational mind that guides them in their actions

and life. Whether they are educated or upgraded, they are aware

of their conduct. Conscience prevents bad actions and deeds.

When people from so called developed backgrounds find

themselves in regions where tribal communities live (rainforests,
deserts or the like), they will not be killed. The tribe will be on the

watch to see if they are friendly and will accept unknown people if
it is convinced in their good intentions. This act of mutual

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