Break Quote by Martha Ostenso
“a man can break God's laws and be forgiven. That's what they teach us. But when he breaks Nature's laws, there's no forgiveness - and there's no escape. Sooner or later he pays the penalty, or his children pay it - or his children's children. It doesn't matter much. It must be paid.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Living of the House, 1933
Violating natural law incurs inevitable consequences, unlike moral transgressions which can be forgiven.
In simple terms: Nature's rules are unforgiving.
Key Takeaway
Respect natural limits.
Themes
ethics
nature
consequence
law
Mood
somber
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- environmental activism
- family decisions
Key Concepts
environmental stewardship
intergenerational justice
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance human error with natural law?
- Can forgiveness apply to ecological damage?
A Different Perspective
Human actions can be mitigated through restitution.
