It is still an open question as to whether mankind or insects shall ultimately inherit the earth. It is my opinion that mankind ... has about a 50-50 chance....
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Mankind's future dominance is uncertain with roughly equal chances compared to insects.
- In plain terms
- Insects and humans have an equal chance of inheriting the earth.
- What can you take from it?
- Human survival is uncertain and no more likely than other species.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are we certain to inherit the earth?
- What affects our long term survival?
Another view
Humans possess unique traits that increase survival chances compared to insects.
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