Community Quote by Thomas Berry
“So long as we are under the illusion that we know best what is good for the earth and for ourselves, then we will continue our present course, with its devastating consequences on the entire Earth community... We need only listen to what the Earth is telling us... the time has come when we will listen, or we will die.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: The Earth as a Living System, 1990
Human illusion of control over Earth leads to ecological disaster; listening to Earth is essential for survival.
In simple terms: We must heed Earth's warnings or die.
Key Takeaway
Listen to nature, change course.
Themes
environment
illusion
consequence
urgency
Mood
urgent
somber
Type
philosophical
environmental
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- urban development
- climate activism
Key Concepts
ecology
systems thinking
spiritual ecology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the Earth communicate to us?
- How can societies shift from exploitation to stewardship?
A Different Perspective
Changing mindset is difficult amid entrenched interests.
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