"Between a high, solid wall and an egg that breaks against…
“"Between a high, solid wall and an egg that breaks against it, I will always stand on the side of the egg." Yes, no matter how right the wall may be and how wrong the egg, I will stand with the egg. Someone else will have to decide what is right and what is wrong; perhaps time or history will decide. If there were a novelist who, for whatever reason, wrote works standing with the wall, of what value would such works be?”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Choosing the vulnerable over the powerful reflects moral courage, even when the majority seems correct.
In simple terms: Support the weak despite popular opinion.
Key Takeaway
Stand with the underdog.
Themes
courage
justice
individualism
Mood
defiant
thoughtful
Type
ethical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- activism
- whistleblowing
- art criticism
- political protest
Key Concepts
Moral philosophy
ethical dilemma
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you defended an unpopular cause?
- What risks arise from opposing the majority?
A Different Perspective
Weak positions may lack practical influence.