Quote by John Burroughs

Nature teaches more than she preaches. There are no sermons in stones. It is easier to get a spark out of a stone than a moral.

Nature teaches more than she preaches. There are no sermons

Summary

This quote suggests that nature can teach us valuable lessons without the need for verbal communication or moral preaching. It implies that trying to extract moral values or ethical guidance from inanimate objects like stones is fruitless, as they lack the inherent capacity to convey such teachings. Instead, it implies that nature itself, through its intricate systems and processes, can offer profound lessons and observations about life, highlighting the idea that we can learn valuable insights from observing and experiencing the natural world around us.

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By John Burroughs

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