I would look at a dog and when our eyes met, I realized that the dog and all creatures are my family. They're like you and me.
Interpretation
The bond between humans and animals is deep, indicating that all creatures share a familial connection.
This quote by Ziggy Marley highlights the profound connection that exists between humans and animals, particularly dogs, suggesting that we are all part of a larger family. By recognizing the shared existence and emotional depth in these relationships, Marley emphasizes the importance of compassion and unity with all living beings.
In practice
During a speech about animal rights, this quote can be used to emphasize our moral obligation towards all creatures.
I come to sing for the people, not for the government. God made the sunshine for everyone and made the moon for everyone. We have to follow his example so we have to play music for everyone too. We have a message, and in order for our message to reach the people, we have to play.
Record stores keep the human social contact alive it brings people together. Without the independent record stores the community breaks down with everyone sitting in front of their computers
My father's music gives hope to people and also inspires them to break the bonds of injustice and to be positive in life. I've seen that everywhere I go, especially in poor countries and poor neighborhoods.
I try to make my music interesting to me first, then hopefully other people will find it interesting, too.
The solution for mankind is of a spiritual nature. It is not a political or religious solution. It's the ability to love each other. That's the only solution I see.
Reggae has a philosophy, you know? It's not just entertainment. There's an idea behind it, a way of life behind the music, which is a positive way of life, which is a progressive way of life for better people.
When a father gives to his son, both laugh; when a son gives to his father, both cry.
One thing I know for sure about raising children is that every single day a kid needs discipline.... But also every single day a kid needs a break.
Nothing is so much needed as a secure family life for a people seeking to rise out of poverty and backwardness.
I take my kids to school and if I go to work they visit me on set, I come home. I have dinner with my family. I have breakfast with my family. I have a very solid, a very warm home. I'm fortunate.
At Christmas, I am always struck by how the spirit of togetherness lies also at the heart of the Christmas story. A young mother and a dutiful father with their baby were joined by poor shepherds and visitors from afar. They came with their gifts to worship the Christ child.
I do not think we remember our family in any real sense. We live in them instead
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