Action Quote by Michel de Montaigne
“Nature has with a Motherly Tenderness observed this, that the Action she has enjoyned us for our Necessity should be also pleasant to us, and invites us to them, not only by Reason, but also by Appetite: and Â’tis Injustice to infringe her Laws.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Of the Affections, 1580
Nature provides for our needs in a gentle way, and it is unjust to resist its natural order, which satisfies both reason and desire.
In simple terms: Nature’s gentle provision should be respected.
Key Takeaway
Respect natural order.
Themes
nature
balance
justice
Mood
contemplative
ethical
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- environmental stewardship
- personal health
- resource management
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
natural law
ethical living
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you align personal wants with natural limits?
- What does “justice” mean in the context of nature?
A Different Perspective
Human desire can conflict with natural limits, creating tension.
