Ch. 21 : Family Values
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Jewish custom, which traces descent solely from the mother, is more sensible and more discreet. Our own lawgivers can't accept the fact that there are many things in family life that are best kept shrouded in mystery.
— John Mortimer
What It Means
This is a placeholder explanation generated by the low-overhead model. It interprets "Jewish custom, which traces descent solely from the mother, is more sensible and more discreet. Our own lawgivers can't accept the fact that there are many things in family life that are best kept shrouded in mystery." in the context of "Ch. 21 : Family Values" to mean that wisdom is timeless.
Source: Wikiquote: "John Mortimer" (Quotes, Where There's a Will: Thoughts on the Good Life (2003))
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About John Mortimer
John Mortimer QC (21 April 1923 – 16 January 2009) was an English barrister and writer, best known for his Rumpole of the Bailey television drama series and books.
About John Mortimer
John Mortimer QC (21 April 1923 – 16 January 2009) was an English barrister and writer, best known for his Rumpole of the Bailey television drama series and books.
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