Quote by Andrew Marvell

Self-preservation, nature's first great law, all the creatures, except man, doth awe.

Self-preservation, nature's first great law, all the creatur

Summary

This quote highlights the instinctual drive for self-preservation that exists in all creatures, except for humans. It suggests that animals have a natural instinct to protect and preserve themselves, driven by their survival instincts. In contrast, humans often disregard this law due to their higher cognitive abilities and ability to prioritize other factors over self-preservation. The quote points out that humans stand apart from other creatures in their lack of awe for this fundamental law of nature.

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Survival

By Andrew Marvell

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