I just think that gardening is about the future, a slow thing, that is deep and spiritual as well as spiritually rewarding.
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It is imperative to maintain portions of the wilderness untouched so that a tree will rot where it falls, a waterfall will pour its curve without generating electricity, a trumpeter swan may float on uncontaminated water - and moderns may at least see what their ancestors knew in their nerves and blood.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Preserving untouched wilderness is essential for maintaining natural beauty and ecosystem integrity.
This quote emphasizes the critical importance of preserving untouched natural environments so that future generations can experience the natural world as it has existed throughout history. Devoto implores us to allow nature to exist freely, showcasing the significance of witnessing wild landscapes that our ancestors experienced, encouraging a reconnection with the environment and its inherent beauty.
Themes
WildernessPreservationNatureEcosystemHeritageEnvironment
In practice
Example use cases
During an environmental conference, to emphasize the need for conservation.
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