No one should approach the temple of science with the soul of a money changer.
Thomas BrowneRead
Nothing living should ever be treated with contempt. Whatever it is that lives, a man, a tree, or a bird, should be touched gently, because the time is short. Civilization is another word for respect for life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
All living beings deserve respect and gentle treatment, as life is precious and short.
Elizabeth Goudge emphasizes the importance of respecting all forms of life, whether human, animal, or plant. She suggests that contempt towards living beings is unacceptable and highlights that civilization is defined by our ability to show respect and kindness towards others, reminding us that life is fleeting and should be cherished.
Themes
RespectLifeKindnessCivilizationNature
In practice
Example use cases
A speaker at a wildlife conservation event might quote this to advocate for animal rights.
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