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“... the main principle by which human beings must guide the future course of their development is love.” quote by Ashley Montagu
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“... the main principle by which human beings must guide the future course of their development is love.”

Ashley Montagu

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Source Book: The Biological Basis of Love, 1975

Love should guide humanity’s future development, shaping its direction and purpose.

In simple terms: Love directs humanity’s future.

Key Takeaway

Let love steer progress.

Themes

ethics future planning humanism

Mood

hopeful idealistic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • education reform
  • community initiatives
  • global cooperation

Key Concepts

moral philosophy collective welfare evolutionary psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can love be operationalized in policy?
  • What limits love’s influence?
A Different Perspective

Love alone may not resolve practical constraints.

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