Quote by William Longgood

How little we really know about the life all around us. Would we be so cavalier and ruthless with it if we understood it better?

How little we really know about the life all around us. Woul

Summary

This quote reflects on the limited understanding humans have about the complexity of life existing around them. It questions whether the indifference and cruelty towards other forms of life would persist if people possessed a deeper comprehension of these organisms. By highlighting the potential consequences of our ignorance, the quote encourages introspectionâ€”an awareness that empathy, reverence, and respect for all living beings might arise from a more comprehensive knowledge of their intrinsic value and intricate connections within the web of life.

Topics

Life Respect Science Ethics

By William Longgood

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