Animal Quote by Peter Singer
“Surely there will be some nonhuman animals whose lives, by any standards, are more valuable than the lives of some humans.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Animal Liberation by Peter Singer, 1975
Some nonhuman animals may have higher intrinsic value than certain humans, challenging conventional moral hierarchies.
In simple terms: Animals can be more valuable than some humans.
Key Takeaway
Reevaluate how you value different lives.
Themes
ethics
animal rights
value hierarchy
Mood
thoughtful
provocative
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- dietary choices
- policy advocacy
- education
- philosophical debate
Key Concepts
speciesism
intrinsic worth
moral relativism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you determine moral worth across species?
- What responsibilities arise from this view?
A Different Perspective
Not all societies accept animal equality; cultural norms may resist.
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![“Nineteen thousand children [are] dying every day. Does it really matter that we're not walking past them in the street? Does it really matter that they're far away? I don't think it does make a morally relevant difference.” quote by Peter Singer](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/cc1/peter-singer-1001_children_nineteen-thousand-children-are-dying-eve_33961.jpg)
