The bond with a true dog is as lasting as the ties of this earth will ever be.
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Most people have forgotten how to live with living creatures, with living systems and that, in turn, is the reason why man, whenever he comes into contact with nature, threatens to kill the natural system in which and from which he live.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Human disconnection from nature leads to environmental harm.
This quote by Konrad Lorenz emphasizes the detrimental consequences of humanity's estrangement from natural environments. It posits that a lack of understanding and appreciation for living systems results in behaviors that threaten the delicate balance of our ecosystems, ultimately endangering both nature and ourselves.
Themes
NatureEcosystemsHumansEnvironmentLiving Systems
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a lecture about environmental conservation.
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