Quote by Julien de la Mettrie, The Human

Man is a machine and in the whole universe there is but a single substance, matter, variously modified.

Man is a machine and in the whole universe there is but a si

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This quote suggests that humans can be seen as machines, emphasizing the mechanistic nature of human existence. Additionally, it states that matter is the only universal substance in the entire universe, capable of taking on various forms and modifications. In other words, it implies that everything in the universe, including humans, is fundamentally made of the same material, highlighting a materialistic viewpoint and downplaying the significance of any supernatural or immaterial elements.

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By Julien de la Mettrie, The Human

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