Animals Quote by Bishop Berkeley
““If the fact that brutes abstract not be made the distinguishing property of that sort of animal, I fear a great many of those that pass for men must be reckoned into their number.””
About This Quote
Source Philosophy: A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge, 1710
Human nature includes cruelty, suggesting many people possess harmful traits.
In simple terms: People can be cruel.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and guard against cruelty.
Themes
human nature
morality
philosophy
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- leadership
- justice
- community building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethical behavior
social trust
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern genuine intent?
- Can cruelty be mitigated?
A Different Perspective
Not all cruelty is conscious; context matters.
