Quote by Joseph Addison

There is not, in my opinion, anything more mysterious in nature than this instinct in animals, which thus rise above reason, and yet fall infinitely short of it.


There is not, in my opinion, anything more mysterious in nat

Summary

This quote highlights the enigmatic nature of animal instincts. The speaker expresses their belief that animal instincts are an intriguing aspect of nature, as they surpass rationality but still fall considerably behind it. This emphasizes the complexity and fascination surrounding these instincts, which seemingly defy logical understanding while operating distinctively in the animal world.

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Instinct
By Joseph Addison
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