Thus the will to live everywhere preys upon itself, and in…
““Thus the will to live everywhere preys upon itself, and in different forms is its own nourishment, till finally the human race, because it subdues all the others, regards nature as a manufactory for its own use. Yet even the human race...reveals in itself with most terrible distinctness this conflict, this variance of the will with itself; and we find homo homini lupus .””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human desire to dominate nature creates conflict, as we view the world as a resource, leading to self‑destruction.
In simple terms: We treat nature as a tool, causing inner conflict.
Key Takeaway
Respect nature, curb selfish will.
Themes
environment
ethics
conflict
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- industrial policy
- personal consumption
- environmental activism
Key Concepts
anthropocentrism
self‑destruction
Questions to Reflect On
- Can humanity thrive without exploiting nature?
- What alternatives exist to the “man‑factory” mindset?
A Different Perspective
Overlooks cooperative possibilities between humans and nature.