Amphibians Quote by C. S. Lewis
“Humans are amphibians - half spirit and half animal. As spirits they belong to the eternal world, but as animals they inhabit time.”
About This Quote
Human nature blends spiritual aspirations with animal instincts, linking the eternal and temporal realms.
In simple terms: People are part spirit, part animal.
Key Takeaway
Balance spiritual and physical selves.
Themes
philosophy
anthropology
spirituality
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- ethical decisions
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
dualism
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we honor both aspects?
- Can one dominate the other?
A Different Perspective
Risk of oversimplifying complex identity.
![“[Alternate translation:] The Divine Spirit found a sublime outlet in that wonder of analysis, that portent of the ideal world, that amphibian between being and not-being, which we call the imaginary root of negative unity.” quote by Gottfried Leibniz](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/01e/gottfried-leibniz-3585_amphibians_alternate-translation-the-divine-spirit_1191818.jpg)
