Killing animals for sport, for pleasure, for adventures, and for hides and furs is a phenomenon which is at once disgusting and distressing. There is no justification in indulging in such acts of brutality. In our approach to life, be it pragmatic or otherwise, the ultimate truth that confronts us squarely and unmistakably is the desire for peace, security and happiness. Different forms of life in different aspects of existence make up the teeming denizens of this earth of ours. And, no matter whether they belong to the higher group as human beings or to the lower group, the animals, all beings primarily seek peace, comfort and security.
Life is as dear to a mute creature as it is to a man.
Just as one wants happiness and fears pain, just as one wants to live and not to die, so do other creatures. The above was quoted in a 'The Extended Circle' by Jon Wynne-Tyson, published in 1985, unfortunately without the background story explaining the context of the quotes. The book is a collection of quotes from throughout history, many of which have since been used in huge variety of other publications. The lack of context has caused considerable confusion, made worse as subsequent uses of the quote have often not given the date, making it appear more recent.