To listen to some devout people, one would imagine that God never laughs.
Sri AurobindoRead
Life is life - whether in a cat, or dog or man. There is no difference there between a cat or a man. The idea of difference is a human conception for man's own advantage.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the equality of all living beings, suggesting that perceived differences are human constructs.
Sri Aurobindo's quote reflects a deep philosophical perspective on the nature of life, asserting that all forms of life—be it a cat, a dog, or a human—possess intrinsic value and are fundamentally equal. He argues that the distinctions we make between different species are merely human inventions used for our own benefit, rather than reflections of any true hierarchy or worth. This thought invites us to reconsider our relationship with other living beings and to recognize the shared essence of all life.
Themes
LifeEqualityPhilosophyHuman ConceptionNature
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about animal rights, one might quote this to stress the importance of seeing all life as equal.
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All quotes →Indian religion has always felt that since the minds, the temperaments and the intellectual affinities of men are unlimited in their variety, a perfect liberty of thought and of worship must be allowed to the individual in his approach to the Infinite.
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