| Views (for) | Counterviews (against) |
|---|---|
| Animals are content and do not crave possessions. | Humans can think, reason and create art, science and technology. |
| They do not complain, lie or cheat. | Humans can plan their future and improve their lives. |
| They live in the present without worries about past sins. | Humans have medicine, shelter and security against danger. |
| They are not divided by caste, religion or wealth. | Animals live in constant danger of predators and hunger. |
| They live simply in harmony with nature. | Humans can help others, protect animals and the environment. |
My view: I feel that the life of an animal is simpler and more peaceful, because animals are content, honest and free from greed and jealousy. However, human life is more valuable because of the power of thought, love, creativity and conscience. Instead of wishing to be animals, we should learn their good qualities – contentment, simplicity and living in the present – and use our human abilities wisely. Then human life will truly be better.