All these other creatures have an equal right to exist here. We have no prior rights to the Earth than anybody else, and if they're here, let's give them a chance to survive.
Interpretation
Human beings share the Earth with other creatures and should respect their right to exist.
This quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing the equality of all living beings and our responsibility to protect their existence. It challenges the notion that humans have superior rights over the Earth, advocating instead for a harmonious coexistence with all forms of life.
In practice
During a speech on environmental protection, you might quote this to emphasize the importance of biodiversity.
The conservation of nature, the proper care for the human environment and a general concern for the long-term future of the whole of our planet are absolutely vital if future generations are to have a chance to enjoy their existence on this earth.
Change does not change tradition, it strengthens it. Change is a challenge and anopportunity, not a threat.
For the Infinite has sowed his name in the heavens in burning stars, but on the earth He has sowed his name in tender flowers.
Whoever wants me to talk, I'll come over and tell them about the necessity of preserving the Everglades.
All those who love Nature she loves in return, and will richly reward, not perhaps with the good things, as they are commonly called, but with the best things of this world-not with money and titles, horses and carriages, but with bright and happy thoughts, contentment and peace of mind.
The dance of the flower in the wind, in the sun, in the rain, cannot be understood by the head; the heart has to be open for it.
Probably the most visible example of unintended consequences, is what happens every time humans try to change the natural ecology of a place.
To such an extent does nature delight and abound in variety that among her trees there is not one plant to be found which is exactly like another; and not only among the plants, but among the boughs, the leaves and the fruits, you will not find one which is exactly similar to another.
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