Animal Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“Vivisection is a social evil because if it advances human knowledge, it does so at the expense of human character.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, 1905
Advancing knowledge through harmful means erodes moral character.
In simple terms: Science at the cost of humanity harms us.
Key Takeaway
Balance progress with ethics.
Themes
ethics
science
humanity
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- medical research
- animal testing
- technological development
Key Concepts
moral cost
scientific responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- Is it ever acceptable to sacrifice ethics for knowledge?
- How do we measure moral cost?
A Different Perspective
Progress can be justified if benefits outweigh harms.
