Everything in nature is flawed, from the mutations of organisms to the irrational number pi. Humans however have inquired the qualities of perfectionism to pertain to the human condition. In other words, to be identifiable as humane, one must be imperfect and flawed. Therefore perfectionism is impractical and superfluous for it destroys individuality, diversity and triggers impulses. Nevertheless, stubborn humans continue to strive against the laws of nature to reach the impossibility of perfection. In
of humans throughout The Epic of Gilgamesh. They are portrayed as powerful beings showing many signs of manipulation in the daily events of mere mortals. The humans worshipped and admired many of the Gods. Gilgamesh being both god and man, aspired to be great, just like the Gods and seek eternal life. Regardless of the power that the Gods possessed, they still had flaws and feelings that affected their being. The epic conveyed that even though the Gods shared the same imperfections as humans, they
establishing a certain flawed humanity. Shakespeare emphasizes this particular tone by providing examples of flaws of human society throughout the play. He provides these examples chiefly through greed. Shakespeare’s concept of universal human imperfection is evidenced by his exploration of greed, deceit, and manipulation. Shakespeare uses figures like Caesar and Cassius to exemplify greed and demonstrate the flaws in human society. “A man no mightier than myself or me” (JC 1. 3. 79). Cassius is discussing with
Humans rely greatly on sight. Also our society has stressed the importance of physical appearance. First impressions sometimes are solely based on physical appearance and we judge one off their physical imperfections. The essay “Of a Monstrous Child,” author Michel de Montaigne exemplifies the importance we put on physical appearance, and powerfully uses imagery and descriptive language to describe conjoined twins and herdsmann to argue that regardless of physical imperfections humans need to be
God gave us intellect and judgement, leading to us making errors. Descartes explanation on why we still make mistakes is very motivating and makes sense if you see the situation in a bigger picture. Some strengths in his reasoning include using examples and relating them back to God constantly. This helps pursue the reader to believing that we make our own errors based on using our abilities to reach a certain conclusion. He also uses rhetorical techniques such as repetition, which he uses quite
Non-human Animals as Laboratory Specimens In Biology, it is said that humans has a natural characteristic to consume materials and energy in able for us to pursue the various activities that we encounter in life. This is one of the characteristics that we have as living things. Humans acquire materials and energy through the consumption of food. We, however, do not naturally produce our own source of materials and energy from within us. Our species need an external source which is our environment
Because of this evil and good are relative and thus one could make the argument that they do not exist. Though his general ideas may give the perception of him being a moral nihilist, Spinoza was not. He agreed that the human concepts of good and evil did have use and purpose in human life. On the topic of good and evil, Spinoza states that: “1. By good, I understand that which we certainly know is useful to us. 2. By evil, on the contrary, I understand that which we certainly know hinders us from possessing
be on earth”, Jane places emphasis on the “earth”. Such stress implies the emphasis on human beings, and the emphasis on human beings implies imperfection. Imperfection, in turn, implies passion. Passion is what makes humans imperfect, as we often allow our desires overpower logic. Therefore, such statement, along with the other nuances evident in her statement, indicates how Jane finally accepts her imperfection and the strong presence of passion in her character. She places her passion over the restraint
look at the mistakes he makes. “No, dearest Georgiana, you came so nearly perfect from the hand of nature, that this slightest possible defect, which we hesitate whether to term a defect or a beauty, shocks me, as being the visible mark of earthly imperfection.” (Hawthorne 352) Alymer, comes off highly ironic and does not realize that Georgiana’s inner beauty is what is actually important, not just her physical appearance. This quote emphasizes Aylmer's lack of wisdom not just of good morals but ultimately
adopted. Under the wider approach the courts are granted the right to “modify the words in order to avoid a problem”, this situation arises where there is an obvious and clear meaning but this meaning would lead to an absurd result. An effective example of this approach is conveyed in case Re Sigsworth (1935) where a son had murdered his mother. Ordinarily under the relevant act the next of kin would inherit the deceased’s estate, this was clearly understood by the wording in the statute however