Equilibrium Quote by Jules Verne
““From a caprice of nature, not from the ignorance of man. Not a mistake has been made in the working. But we cannot prevent equilibrium from producing its effects. We may brave human laws, but we cannot resist natural ones.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Mysterious Island by Jules Verne, 1874
Nature’s laws operate independently of human intentions, and attempts to thwart them often fail.
In simple terms: Natural forces dominate over human control.
Respect natural limits.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- environmental policy
- engineering projects
- climate adaptation
- urban planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies align laws with natural realities?
- When should we accept natural limits?
Human ingenuity cannot always overcome natural constraints.