Biology Quote by R. Buckminster Fuller
“It seemed that the time would come evolutionarily when humans might have acquired enough knowledge of generalized principles to permit a graduation from class-two (entropically selfish) evolution into class-one (syntropically cooperative) evolution, thereafter making all the right moves for all the right reasons.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth, 1969
Humans could evolve from self‑centered, entropy‑driven behavior to cooperative, order‑creating behavior, enabling optimal decisions for everyone.
In simple terms: Shift from selfish to cooperative evolution.
Key Takeaway
Foster collaborative, sustainable actions.
Themes
evolution
cooperation
systems thinking
sustainability
ethics
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
serious
Type
philosophical
visionary
When to use this quote
- environmental policy
- organizational design
- education reform
- community projects
Key Concepts
Entropy
syntropy
collective intelligence
systems theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we align personal goals with collective benefit?
- What structures support syntropic evolution?
A Different Perspective
Cooperation may conflict with individual incentives.
