Asking Quote by Rick Bass
“It is a kind of church, back in these last cores. It may not be your church -- this last one percent of the West – but it is mine, and I am asking unashamedly to be allowed to continue worshipping the miracle of the planet, and the worship of a natural system not yet touched, never touched by the machines of man. A place with the residue of God – the scent, feel, sight, taste, and sound of God – forever fresh upon it”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Last Percent of the West”, 2015
Celebrates reverence for untouched nature, urging preservation of its sacred, unindustrialized state.
In simple terms: Protect the planet’s untouched natural spaces.
Key Takeaway
Preserve wild places as sacred.
Themes
nature
spirituality
conservation
environmental ethics
Mood
reverent
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
environmental
spiritual
When to use this quote
- hiking trips
- conservation volunteering
- policy advocacy
- educational outreach
Key Concepts
eco‑spirituality
planetary stewardship
pristine ecosystems
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to you to see nature as sacred?
- How can societies protect wild areas while meeting human needs?
A Different Perspective
Balancing human development with preservation is complex.
