If people think nature is their friend, then they sure don't need an enemy.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- If humanity treats nature as a friend but exploits it, nature may retaliate with destructive forces.
- In plain terms
- Nature can become an enemy if we do not respect it.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect nature to avoid becoming its victim.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you treat the environment?
- What happens if we ignore nature?
Another view
It personifies nature as having intent rather than just reacting.
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