Abundant life Quote by Wendell Berry
““CONCERNED AS HE is that the usable be put to use, that there be no waste, still there is nothing utilitarian or mechanistic about Mr. Lapp’s farm—or his mind. His aim, it seems, is not that the place should be put to the fullest use, but that it should have the most abundant life.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Unsettling of America, 1977
A farm should prioritize abundant life over mere utility or efficiency.
In simple terms: Life over efficiency.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate thriving ecosystems.
Themes
environment
sustainability
philosophy
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
philosophical
environmental
When to use this quote
- organic farming
- community gardens
- land stewardship
- education programs
Key Concepts
ecology
agroecology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance productivity with vitality?
- What practices support abundant life?
A Different Perspective
Economic pressures may favor productivity.
