In the West, where our skin has turned White, we have ceased to recognise our kinship with animals.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- In the West, having turned white, we have stopped recognizing our kinship with animals.
- In plain terms
- Western societies have lost the sense of connection with animals.
- What can you take from it?
- Reclaim awareness of our shared nature with animals.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why has this kinship faded?
- How can we restore it?
Another view
Some argue cultural differences, not skin color, drive attitudes toward animals.
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