And love Quote by Lewis Mumford
“Before modern man can gain control over the forces that now threaten his very existence, he must resume possession of himself. This sets the chief mission for the city of the future: that of creating a visible regional and civic structure, designed to make man at home with his deeper self and his larger world, attached to images of human nature and love.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “The City in History”, 1961
Argues that humanity must reclaim self‑knowledge before mastering external threats, guiding future urban design.
In simple terms: Self‑knowledge precedes control of threats.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize inner development in planning.
Themes
philosophy
urbanism
self
awareness
future societies
human nature
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
philosophical
visionary
When to use this quote
- city planning
- education reform
- personal development
- environmental policy
Key Concepts
existentialism
civic design
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner qualities shape better cities?
- How can societies balance self‑growth with technology?
A Different Perspective
Self‑focus may delay urgent action.
