Cherish Quote by Aldo Leopold
“Harmony with land is like harmony with a friend; you cannot cherish his right hand and chop off his left.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A Land Ethic, 1949
Respect for nature mirrors respect for friends; you cannot favor one part while harming another, as it destroys the whole relationship.
In simple terms: Treat nature as a friend.
Practice holistic stewardship.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- land management
- urban planning
- education
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you honor all parts of an ecosystem?
- What does “right hand” symbolize in your life?
It may oversimplify complex ecological trade‑offs.