Absolutes Quote by Riane Eisler
“This notion that man can, and should, have absolute dominion over the "chaotic" powers of nature and woman...is what ultimately lies behind man's famous "conquest of nature" - a conquest that is today puncturing holes in the earth's ozone layer, destroying our forests, polluting our air and water, and increasingly threatening the welfare, and even survival, of thousands of living species, including our own.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Real Wealth of Nations, 1995
She critiques humanity’s belief in dominating nature and women, linking it to environmental destruction and species loss.
In simple terms: Domination leads to ecological crisis.
Key Takeaway
Respect natural limits and gender equality.
Themes
environment
ethics
gender
domination
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
philosophical
activist
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- activism
Key Concepts
sustainability
eco‑feminism
anthropocentrism
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions can individuals take to reduce domination?
- How can societies restructure power over nature?
A Different Perspective
Change requires systemic shifts, not just awareness.
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