"The earth is the Lord's fullness thereof: this is no longer a hollow dictum of religion, but a directive for economic action toward human brotherhood"
- Lewis Mumford
About this Quote
This quote by Lewis Mumford is a call to action for economic justice and human brotherhood. He is suggesting that the earth and its resources are not simply the home of a select few, but rather the collective responsibility of all people. He is highlighting that this is not simply a religion, however a regulation for economic action. He is suggesting that we must use the resources of the earth in a way that benefits all people, not just a couple of. He is advocating for economic justice and human brotherhood, and for us to acknowledge that the earth and its resources are not simply for the fortunate few. He is requiring us to use the resources of the earth in a way that is fair and just, and to acknowledge that we are all connected and responsible for each other.
This quote is written / told by Lewis Mumford between October 19, 1895 and January 26, 1990. He/she was a famous Sociologist from USA.
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