Man is an end in himself. Author: Ayn Rand Copy Quote More from Ayn Rand “and the desire would never be satisfied, except by a being of equal greatness.” “The necessary consequence of man's right to life is his right to self-defense. …” “His motive in the relationship seemed to resemble the need of an anemic person …” “Don't think of them now. Never think of pain or danger or enemies a moment long…”