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“The time has arrived when patience becomes a crime and mayhem appears garbed in a manner of virtue” quote by Edgar Rice Burroughs
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“The time has arrived when patience becomes a crime and mayhem appears garbed in a manner of virtue”

Edgar Rice Burroughs

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

When patience is no longer virtuous, reckless actions masquerade as moral.

In simple terms: Patience can become harmful; false virtue appears.

Key Takeaway

Question blind obedience; seek true justice.

Themes

justice patience morality activism

Mood

critical inquisitive

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • political protest
  • social movements
  • personal boundaries
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

Ethics social responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is impatience justified?
  • How do we distinguish genuine virtue from false?
A Different Perspective

Not all urgency is justified; haste can cause harm.

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