Accounts Quote by Emma Goldman
“When primitive man heard thunder or saw the lightning, he could not account for either, and therefore concluded that back of them must be a force greater than himself. Similarly he saw a supernatural force in the rain, and in the various other changes in nature.”
About This Quote
Early humans attributed unexplained natural phenomena to a higher power, seeing nature as evidence of a greater force.
In simple terms: People linked unknown events to a stronger being.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the impulse to find meaning in mystery.
Themes
spirituality
human nature
explanation
mythmaking
Mood
curious
reflective
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- ancient cultures
- religious rituals
- natural disasters
- scientific discovery
Key Concepts
anthropology
psychology
cosmology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance wonder with scientific understanding?
- What drives the need for a higher power?
A Different Perspective
Modern science offers natural explanations, reducing reliance on supernatural.
