Earthquakes Quote by Tertullian
“In very deed, pestilence, and famine, and wars, and earthquakes have to be regarded as a remedy for nations, as the means of pruning the luxuriance of the human race.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: The Against the of Nature, 2nd century
Human suffering is portrayed as a natural corrective that trims overpopulation and excess.
In simple terms: Crises curb human excess.
Key Takeaway
Accept hardship as a balancing force.
Themes
mortality
population
excess
balance
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- public health policy
- environmental planning
- population control
- disaster response
Key Concepts
philosophy
theology
natural law
Questions to Reflect On
- Can hardship be avoided through proactive measures?
- Is suffering necessary for societal balance?
A Different Perspective
Such view may justify suffering without addressing root causes.
