Animal Quote by Yuval Noah Harari
““This is no kindergarten fairy tale, but an extremely powerful myth that continues to shape the lives of billions of humans and animals in the early twenty-first century. The belief that humans have eternal souls whereas animals are just evanescent bodies is a central pillar of our legal, political and economic system. It explains why, for example, it is perfectly okay for humans to kill animals for food, or even just for the fun of it.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Homo Deus by Yuval Noah Harari, 2015
The myth of human souls versus animal bodies underpins modern legal and economic systems, justifying animal exploitation.
In simple terms: Human soul belief supports animal exploitation.
Key Takeaway
Question ethical frameworks that include animals.
Themes
ethics
animal rights
law
economics
culture
Mood
reflective
critical
concerned
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- policy making
- animal welfare activism
- educational curricula
- consumer choices
Key Concepts
anthropocentrism
speciesism
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How would laws change if animals were seen as sentient beings?
- What cultural shifts are needed to challenge speciesism?
A Different Perspective
Human-centered narratives ignore animal sentience.
