Animal Quote by Hugh Dowding, 1st Baron Dowding
“Even should it be conclusively proved that human beings benefit directly from the suffering of animals, its infliction would nevertheless be unethical and wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Ethical debate on animal suffering, 1945
Even if animal suffering benefits humans, it remains morally wrong.
In simple terms: Benefiting from suffering is unethical.
Reject practices that cause animal harm.
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When to use this quote
- research labs
- food industry
- entertainment
- fashion
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can human progress be achieved without harming animals?
- What alternatives exist to animal exploitation?
Economic gains often justify cruelty.