A dream has power to poison sleep.
Percy Bysshe ShelleyRead
By all that is sacred in our hope for the human race, I conjure those who love happiness and truth to give a fair trial to the vegetable system!
Interpretation
What this quote means
Shelley advocates for embracing a plant-based lifestyle for the betterment of humanity and happiness.
In this quote, Percy Bysshe Shelley appeals to those who value happiness and truth to consider adopting a vegetarian diet, suggesting that this choice is not only ethical but also beneficial for the human race. He emphasizes that a plant-based lifestyle is sacred in that it aligns with ideals of compassion and truthfulness toward our fellow beings and the environment.
Themes
VegetarianDietHappinessTruthHuman RaceSacredCompassion
In practice
Example use cases
During a lecture on sustainable living, one might use this quote to emphasize the importance of dietary choices.
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