Cosmology Quote by Terence E. Fretheim
““Each created entity is in symbiotic relationship with every other and in such a way that any act reverberates out and affects the whole, shaking this web with varying degrees of intensity.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Web of Life, Terence E. Fretheim, 2015
All beings are linked; any action ripples through the whole, altering the interconnected web.
In simple terms: Actions affect the whole interconnected web.
Key Takeaway
Consider ripple effects before acting.
Themes
interdependence
ecology
responsibility
Mood
contemplative
responsible
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- community projects
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
systems theory
ethics
environmental science
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you see your actions influencing others?
- What responsibilities arise from this interconnection?
A Different Perspective
It may simplify complex causal chains.
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