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As long as man continues to be the ruthless destroyer of lower living beings he will never know health or peace.
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"As long as man continues to be the ruthless destroyer of lower living beings he will never know health or peace. For as long as men massacre animals, they will kill each other"

- Pythagoras

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This quote by Pythagoras talks with the interconnectedness of all living things. He is recommending that as long as human beings remain to be harsh as well as harmful to various other living beings, they will never ever experience real health and wellness or tranquility. He is suggesting that the physical violence and devastation that humans cause on pets will eventually be turned on each various other. This is because humans belong to the same interconnected internet of life, and the physical violence and damage that human beings cause on animals will eventually be shown back on them. This quote is a pointer that humans should deal with all living beings with regard as well as kindness if they want to experience true health and wellness and peace. It is a reminder that violence and destruction will just cause more physical violence and destruction, which the only means to accomplish real health as well as peace is to treat all living beings with respect and also kindness.

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Pythagoras This quote is written / told by Pythagoras between 570 BC and 495 BC. He was a famous Mathematician from Greece. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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