The aspiration toward freedom is the most essentially human of all human manifestations.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The drive for freedom is the most fundamental human trait.
- In plain terms
- Freedom is the most human thing we do.
- What can you take from it?
- Freedom is the core human aspiration.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why is freedom so essential?
- What stops us from pursuing it?
Another view
Freedom can conflict with other values like security.
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