The ethical position that would accord intrinsic value to non-human nature, and would see human beings as involved in moral as well as practical choices in regard to the natural world, makes all the difference.
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Comment by: PT (David Alexander) (Oct-27-2007) Web site
This is in an article on religious philosophy (primarily Buddhism), writing, and nature. The quote, in context, is pointing out that our connection with nature goes beyond any practical purpose, and that for full realization of our own nature, respect for the environment and living beings needs to have a moral or ethical basis.
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