Animal Quote by William Jennings Bryan
“There is no more reason to believe that man descended from some inferior animal than there is to believe that a stately mansion has descended from a small cottage.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1908 Presidential Campaign, William Jennings Bryan
Comparing evolution to architectural growth, the quote suggests both are implausible narratives.
In simple terms: Both ideas are unlikely.
Question assumptions about origins.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- debates on creationism
- education curricula
- public policy discussions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does metaphor shape our view of science?
- What evidence challenges this analogy?