Biophilia Quotes

“To explore and affiliate with life is a deep and complicated process in mental development. To an extent still undervalued in philosophy and religion, our existence depends on this propensity, our spirit is woven from it hope rises on its currents.”
― Edward O. Wilson, Biophilia

“Humanity is exalted not because we are so far above other living creatures, but because knowing them well elevates the very concept of life.”
― Edward O. Wilson, Biophilia

“Splendor awaits in minute proportions.”
― Edward O. Wilson, Biophilia

“biophilia, which I will be so bold as to define as the innate tendency to focus on life and lifelike processes.”
― Edward O. Wilson, Biophilia