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“The majority of the diseases which the human family have been and still are suffering under, they have created by ignorance of their own organic health, and work perseveringly to tear themselves to pieces, and when broken down and debilitated in body and mind, send for the doctor and drug…” quote by Ellen G. White
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“The majority of the diseases which the human family have been and still are suffering under, they have created by ignorance of their own organic health, and work perseveringly to tear themselves to pieces, and when broken down and debilitated in body and mind, send for the doctor and drug themselves to death.”

Ellen G. White

About This Quote

Source Book: The Great Controversy by Ellen G. White, 1888

Ignorance of natural health leads people to over‑rely on medicine, causing self‑destruction.

In simple terms: Neglecting personal health harms you.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize natural health and self‑care.

Themes

health self‑responsibility medicine ignorance

Mood

concerned reflective

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal wellness
  • medical decisions
  • health education
  • preventive lifestyle

Key Concepts

organic health self‑destruction preventive care

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance natural health with modern medicine?
  • What habits can improve your organic health?
A Different Perspective

Self‑care alone cannot replace professional help when needed.

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