Quote by Pedro Calderon de la Barca

What law, what reason can deny that gift so sweet, so natural that God has given a stream, a fish, a beast, a bird?

What law, what reason can deny that gift so sweet, so natura

Summary

This quote highlights the inherent value and rights that God has bestowed upon all living beings. It questions the legitimacy of any law or reason that would deny the beauty and importance of nature's gifts - whether it's the flowing stream, the graceful fish, the wild beast, or the soaring bird. It prompts us to question the morality of human actions that ignore the intrinsic worth of these beings and encourages a deeper appreciation and respect for the natural world.

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By Pedro Calderon de la Barca

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