Star Trek: The Original Series is often dismissed for its “bad” special effects and silly monsters. Personally, I think all these “negative” attributes add to its charm and would trade the special effects of yesteryear for any of the special effects-heavy action movies of today.
What is often missed in these characterizations are the poetic insights on humanity and the human experience. The series is filled with moving monologues, and thought-provoking quotes, many of which come from the quintessential leader, Captain James T. Kirk.
These quotes have become increasingly meaningful to me, especially when humanity seems to disappoint time and time again. During these times, I’ll often watch an episode of Star Trek or read one of these quotes from my quote book, and, at least for the moment, my faith in humanity is restored.
If you need some similar reassurance about humanity these days, these ten Captain Kirk quotes will help change the way you think about humanity and, as a result, yourself.
“To be human is to be complex. You can’t avoid a little ugliness — from within — and from without.”
