On rare occasions one does hear of a miraculous case of a married couple falling in love after marriage, but on close examination it will be found that it is a mere adjustment to the inevitable.
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It is essential that we realize once and for all that man is much more of a sex creature than a moral creature. The former is inherent, the other is grafted on.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote highlights the idea that human sexuality is a fundamental aspect of human nature, while morality is a conditioned social construct.
Emma Goldman's quote suggests that human beings are primarily driven by their sexual instincts rather than moral considerations, implying that our sexuality is an intrinsic part of who we are, while morality is something imposed upon us by society. This perspective challenges conventional views on morality and highlights the importance of understanding human desires and instincts in shaping behavior.
Themes
SexualityMoralityHuman NatureInstinctSociety
In practice
Example use cases
During a debate on human nature in a philosophy class.
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