Mortal Quote by Yuval Noah Harari
““A few serious scholars suggest that by 2050, some humans will become a-mortal (not immortal, because they could still die of some accident, but a-mortal, meaning that in the absence of fatal trauma their lives could be extended indefinitely).””
About This Quote
Source Book: Homo Deus by Yuval Noah Harari, 2015
Future tech may let humans live indefinitely unless killed by accident, raising ethical and societal questions.
In simple terms: Potential endless life without fatal injury.
Key Takeaway
Consider the impact of near‑immortality.
Themes
technology
ethics
future
longevity
Mood
thoughtful
speculative
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- policy planning
- healthcare
- personal finance
- legal frameworks
Key Concepts
transhumanism
bioethics
societal change
Questions to Reflect On
- How would society allocate resources for near‑immortal individuals?
- What safeguards are needed?
A Different Perspective
May exacerbate inequality and overpopulation.
