Quote by Stanislaw Lec

Is it progress if a cannibal uses a fork?


Is it progress if a cannibal uses a fork?

Summary

This quote is questioning the concept of progress and whether certain advancements can truly be considered progress. In a literal interpretation, it suggests that even with the use of a refined tool like a fork, a cannibal continues to engage in a morally objectionable act. Metaphorically, it implies that certain actions or developments may appear to represent progress on the surface, but if they are still rooted in harmful or unethical practices, they may not truly be considered progressive. It challenges us to think critically about the nature of progress and the values we associate with it.

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Progress
By Stanislaw Lec
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