Art Quote by Philip Jose Farmer
“Human beings are part of nature. Anything they do is natural. It's impossible for anything in nature to do anything unnatural.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Nature of Humanity, 1973
Human actions are inherently natural; labeling anything as “unnatural” contradicts the laws of nature.
In simple terms: All human deeds are natural.
Key Takeaway
Accept human behavior as part of nature.
Themes
ethics
philosophy
human nature
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- environmental policy
- ethical debates
- education curricula
Key Concepts
natural law
behavior
environment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do cultural norms influence what we deem natural?
- Can we change “natural” behaviors?
A Different Perspective
Human nature can be shaped by culture, challenging the notion of pure naturalness.
