Quote by Aldous Huxley

Man is an intelligence, not served by, but in servitude to his organs.

Man is an intelligence, not served by, but in servitude to h

Summary

This quote suggests that as human beings, we possess a higher intellectual capacity separate from our physical body, but we are often governed and influenced by our bodily impulses and needs. Our organs and biological functions may dominate our actions, making us slaves to our biological instincts rather than fully utilizing our intellectual abilities. This implies that there is a constant struggle between our rational intelligence and our physical desires, highlighting the complex relationship between mind and body.

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By Aldous Huxley

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