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Lions, wolves, and vultures dont live together in herds, droves or flocks. Of all animals of prey, man is the only socia
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"Lions, wolves, and vultures don't live together in herds, droves or flocks. Of all animals of prey, man is the only sociable one. Every one of us preys upon his neighbor, and yet we herd together"

- John Gay

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John Gay's quote is a commentary on the nature of human society. He is recommending that people are the only animals of prey that live in a social setting. He compares human beings to lions, wolves, and vultures, which do not cohabit in herds, droves, or flocks. He indicates that humans are various from other animals of prey because we are sociable and type neighborhoods. He also indicates that humans are predatory in nature, as we prey upon our neighbors. In spite of this, we still select to cohabit in groups. This quote recommends that people are unique because we are able to form social bonds despite our predatory nature. It also indicates that humans can forming strong communities, regardless of our propensity to prey upon one another.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by John Gay between June 30, 1685 and December 4, 1732. He/she was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 21 other quotes.

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