Beings Quote by Howard Rheingold
“Human beings were human beings anatomically for several hundred thousand years, wandering around, hunting and gathering. And then suddenly, at the same time they started painting in caves they started multiplying.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Virtual Community, Howard Rheingold, 1993
Humans lived as hunter‑gatherers for millennia before art and population growth emerged together.
In simple terms: Early humans were nomadic, then began art and larger groups.
Recognize how cultural shifts can trigger rapid change.
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When to use this quote
- archaeology
- education
- urban planning
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers sudden cultural shifts?
- How do art and population growth influence each other?
Cultural change also brings conflict and resource strain.