Bachelors Quote by Desmond Morris
“Monks, nuns, long-term spinsters and bachelors and permanent homosexuals are all, in a reproductive sense, aberrant. Society has bred them, but they have failed to return the compliment.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Naked Ape, Desmond Morris, 1967
The quote labels certain non-reproductive lifestyles as abnormal, suggesting society creates but does not reciprocate such conditions.
In simple terms: Society creates people who don’t reproduce, calling them abnormal.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and respect diverse life choices.
Themes
society
norms
diversity
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
social
ethical
When to use this quote
- family planning
- LGBTQ+ rights
- religious celibacy
- career focus
- personal fulfillment
Key Concepts
biology
social constructs
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do societal expectations shape personal identity?
- What responsibilities does society have toward those who choose non-reproductive paths?
A Different Perspective
Labeling non-reproductive people as aberrant can stigmatize and marginalize them.
