Quote by Huston Smith

In nature, the emphasis is in what is rather than what ought to be.

In nature, the emphasis is in what is rather than what ought

Summary

This quote suggests that the natural world focuses on what exists, rather than concerning itself with idealized or moralistic standards of how things should be. It implies that nature is indifferent to human notions of right or wrong and is instead driven by its own inherent state of being. In essence, this quote emphasizes the importance of understanding and accepting natural realities rather than imposing human expectations upon them.

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By Huston Smith

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