You're not a human being until you value something more than the life of your body. And the greater the thing you live and die for the greater you are.
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The quote from Orson Scott Card's "The Worthing Chronicle" suggests that true humanity is defined by our capacity to value ideals or people above our own physical existence. It implies that life gains meaning when we find purpose in something greater than ourselves, such as love, sacrifice, or noble causes. Merely existing as a human being is insufficient; it’s our attachments and dedication that elevate us.
This perspective encourages individuals to...
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