"Man is a means and not an end, and he is a means to economic or political ends which are not really ends in themselves but means to other ends which in their turn are means and so ad infinitum"
- Christopher Dawson
About this Quote
In this quote, Christopher Dawson is highlighting the idea that people are often viewed as tools or instruments to achieve particular economic or political goals. He argues that these goals are not truly the ultimate function or end, but rather serve as a way to other ends. This produces a relentless cycle where one objective results in another, and so on. Dawson suggests that this state of mind minimizes the value of human life and disregards the real purpose of our existence. He challenges us to question the unlimited pursuit of product and political gain and instead focus on the deeper meaning and purpose of our actions.
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