Human race Quote by Jane Carter Woodrow
““I think the human race is pretty rotten. The more I see of it, the more rotten it becomes””
About This Quote
Human nature is portrayed as increasingly corrupt, reflecting a pessimistic worldview.
In simple terms: Humanity seems rotten.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge flaws, work toward improvement.
Themes
human nature
pessimism
corruption
societal decay
Mood
somber
critical
Type
Human race:1
Nature of man:1
Rotten:1
Think Human:0
Rotten Rotten:0
Pretty Rotten:0
When to use this quote
- politics
- education
- community activism
Key Concepts
ethical philosophy
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence counters this view?
- How can you foster positive change?
A Different Perspective
Not all humanity is corrupt; many act altruistically.
![“both the Mosaic law and the grace of the new covenant, as both fitted for the times [at which they were given], were bestowed by one and the same God for the benefit of the human race.” quote by The Church Fathers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2e6/the-church-fathers-1438_grace_both-the-mosaic-law-and-the-grace-of-the_10309.jpg)
