You deny that man is really so prejudiced as I suppose…
“You deny that man is really so prejudiced as I suppose him; talk to him then of some foreign country, ask him what religion he is of.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The quote suggests that prejudice is universal; confronting someone with a different culture or religion reveals their bias.
In simple terms: Prejudice is common; exposing it shows bias.
Recognize and challenge personal biases.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political debate
- intercultural communication
- education
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does confronting bias change attitudes?
- Can empathy reduce prejudice?
It assumes all individuals are equally prejudiced, which may not hold true.