Quote by Kahlil Gibran

The bird has an honor that man does not have. Man lives in the traps of his abdicated laws and traditions; but the birds live according to the natural law of God who causes the earth to turn around the sun.


The bird has an honor that man does not have. Man lives in t

Summary

This quote points out that birds are free from man-made laws and societal constraints, unlike humans. It highlights the idea that humans, due to their adherence to societal rules and traditions, often restrict themselves from living naturally. The reference to the "natural law of God" implies that birds live in harmony with their surroundings and follow the natural order of things, whereas humans have somewhat deviated from this inherent harmony. This perspective suggests that birds possess a kind of freedom and honor that is missing in the lives of humans.

By Kahlil Gibran
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