We cannot cheat on DNA. We cannot get round photosynthesis. We cannot say I am not going to give a damn about phytoplankton. All these tiny mechanisms provide the preconditions of our planetary life. To say we do not care is to say in the most literal sense that "we choose death."
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of fundamental natural processes for life on Earth and the consequences of ignoring them.
Barbara Ward's quote reflects the vital interconnections between various natural processes and life on our planet. By highlighting essential elements like DNA, photosynthesis, and phytoplankton, she insists that neglecting or dismissing these processes equates to a disregard for life itself. It serves as a warning that understanding and respecting the basic mechanisms that sustain life is crucial, as to turn a blind eye to them is essentially choosing death for ourselves and our environment.
In practice
In a speech on environmental conservation, one might quote this to emphasize the importance of respecting natural processes.
On the one hand, we are faced with the stewardship of this beautiful, subtle, incredibly delicate, fragile planet. On the other, we confront the destiny of our fellow man, our brothers. How can we say that we are followers of Christ if this dual responsibility does not seem to us the essence and heart of our religion?
wherever you find the greatest good, you will find the greatest evil, because evil loves paradise as much as good.
and god help you if you are an ugly girl course too pretty is also your doom cause everyone harbors a secret hatred for the prettiest girl in the room and god help you if you are a pheonix and you dare to rise up from the ash a thousand eyes will smolder with jealousy while you are just flying back
I am a child of God. I always carry that with me.
It was the experience of mystery - even if mixed with fear - that engendered religion.
Does a dragon still sing from within a withered tree?
Religion without humanity is very poor human stuff.
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