Altruism Quote by David C. Stove
““ALTRUISM WAS, from the very start, a problem for the Darwinian theory of evolution, if not something worse than a problem. As a result, Darwinians have always been under a certain temptation to "cut the knot," and deny the very existence of altruism. This””
About This Quote
Source Book: Darwinian Evolution and Altruism, 2005
Altruism challenges Darwinian theory, leading some to deny its existence.
In simple terms: Altruism conflicts with strict Darwinism.
Key Takeaway
Recognize altruism’s role in evolution.
Themes
ethics
evolution
altruism
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
academic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social policy
- human behavior
- ethical debates
Key Concepts
philosophy
biology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does altruism fit into evolution?
- Can selfishness and altruism coexist?
A Different Perspective
Altruism can be explained by kin selection.
