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“Azathoth, father to us all, teaches us that each man is of equal value to all others and entitled to the same benefits, and happiness, and respect.” “We are all equal and deserving,” chanted the multitude in near unison. “But equality eludes us, not through our faults, but through the faults of…” quote by Glenn G. Thater
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““Azathoth, father to us all, teaches us that each man is of equal value to all others and entitled to the same benefits, and happiness, and respect.” “We are all equal and deserving,” chanted the multitude in near unison. “But equality eludes us, not through our faults, but through the faults of others—those of the disbelievers, the sinners, the hypocrites, and the hoarders of wealth. I say to you, why should some loathsome nobleman or disbelieving, fatted merchant be permitted to lounge in a grand manor house while you starve in a hovel or sleep in a ruin on the cold hard ground? Should he not share his home and table with you and yours, as would your brother or your father?””

Glenn G. Thater

About This Quote

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

The passage argues that true equality is blocked not by personal failings but by the greed and hypocrisy of the powerful, urging redistribution of wealth and resources.

In simple terms: Equality blocked by the rich’s greed; call for sharing.

Key Takeaway

Challenge systemic inequality and demand resource sharing.

Themes

equality justice wealth morality social critique

Mood

hopeful urgent

Type

philosophical activist

When to use this quote

  • activist movements
  • policy reform
  • community organizing

Key Concepts

redistribution ethical philosophy social contract

Questions to Reflect On

  • What concrete steps can reduce wealth disparity?
  • How can societies balance individual rights with collective welfare?
A Different Perspective

Idealistic visions may ignore practical constraints of implementation.

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