It is not as in the Bible, that God created man in his own image. But, on the contrary, man created God in his own image.
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The first and highest law must be the love of man to man. Homo homini Deus est - this is the supreme practical maxim, this is the turning point of the world's History.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of love and kindness among humans as the foundational principle of society.
Ludwig Feuerbach asserts that love for one another should be the paramount law guiding human relationships. He suggests that this principle of mutual love is crucial for the progression and transformation of humanity and highlights its significance as a pivotal factor in the course of history.
Themes
LoveHumanityKindnessHistoryMaxim
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about community, one could use this quote to highlight the need for compassion among people.
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