Thus, cases of injustice, and oppression, and tyranny, and…
“Thus, cases of injustice, and oppression, and tyranny, and the most extravagant bigotry, are in constant occurrence among us every day. It is the custom to trumpet forth much wonder and astonishment at the chief actors therein setting at defiance so completely the opinion of the world; but there is no greater fallacy; it is precisely because they do consult the opinion of their own little world that such things take place at all, and strike the great world dumb with amazement.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Injustice and oppression are daily, fueled by narrow self‑interest, shocking the broader world with their absurdity.
In simple terms: Daily oppression stems from selfishness.
Key Takeaway
Challenge systemic injustice.
Themes
justice
oppression
tyranny
bigotry
Mood
critical
urgent
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy reform
- education
- community organizing
Key Concepts
social critique
human nature
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What everyday actions can counter oppression?
- How does self‑interest perpetuate injustice?
A Different Perspective
The passage may generalize without acknowledging positive resistance.