Done Quote by Rebecca West
“Did St. Francis preach to the birds? Whatever for? If he really liked birds he would have done better to preach to the cats.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The New York Review of Books, 1935
Questioning the relevance of preaching to birds versus cats, implying misdirected efforts.
In simple terms: Preaching to birds seems pointless compared to cats.
Focus efforts where impact is greater.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- environmental activism
- animal welfare campaigns
- personal goal setting
- communication strategies
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly matters in advocacy?
- How to choose effective symbols?
May oversimplify complex motivations.