Animal Quote by Leonardo da Vinci
“I have found that, in the composition of the human body as compared with the bodies of animals, the organs of sense are duller and coarser. Thus, it is composed of less ingenious instruments, and of spaces less capacious for receiving the faculties of sense.”
About This Quote
Source Notebook: Codex Atlanticus, 1490
Human senses are less refined than animal senses, limiting perception.
In simple terms: Human senses are coarser than animals’.
Key Takeaway
Recognize sensory limits and augment them.
Themes
biology
humanism
technology
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
Type
scientific
practical
When to use this quote
- design of prosthetics
- sensory enhancement
- artistic observation
- medical research
Key Concepts
neuroscience
engineering
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we compensate for sensory limitations?
- What tools enhance human perception?
A Different Perspective
Technology may not fully replicate natural senses.
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