Ability Quote by Matthew Scully
“If we are defined by reason and morality, then reason and morality must define our choices, even when animals are concerned. When people say, for example, that they like their veal or hot dogs too much to ever give them up, and yeah it's sad about the farms but that's just the way it is, reason hears in that the voice of gluttony. We can say that what makes a human being human is precisely the ability to understand that the suffering of an animal is more important than the taste of a treat.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Animal ethics discussion, date unknown
Reason and morality should guide choices, prioritizing animal suffering over taste.
In simple terms: Moral reasoning outweighs cravings.
Key Takeaway
Let compassion guide dietary decisions.
Themes
ethics
animal welfare
reason
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
ethical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- dietary choices
- policy advocacy
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- What compromises can you make for animal welfare?
- How does culture affect moral choices?
A Different Perspective
Cultural habits can resist moral arguments.
