Art Quote by Leonardo da Vinci
“O neglectful Nature, wherefore art thou thus partial, becoming to some of thy children a tender and benignant mother, to others a most cruel and ruthless stepmother? I see thy children given into slavery to others without ever receiving any benefit, and in lieu of any reward for the services they have done for them they are repaid by the severest punishments.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Treatise on Nature, 1505
Nature treats its offspring unequally, granting some kindness and others harshness, leading to suffering and injustice.
In simple terms: Nature is unfair, giving some kindness and others cruelty.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address inequality.
Themes
inequality
justice
human suffering
nature
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- philosophical
- policy
- education
- activism
Key Concepts
social hierarchy
environmental determinism
ethical responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What can we do to mitigate inherited injustices?
- How does perception of nature influence social policy?
A Different Perspective
Nature’s bias is a metaphor, not a literal cause of human oppression.
