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Kaže se, raja se odmetnula, raja je neposlušna i…

“Kaže se, raja se odmetnula, raja je neposlušna i nevaljala. Jeste. Ali treba znati da raja ne diše svojom dušom, nego sluša dah gospodara. To vi dobro znate. Uvijek se gospoda prvo iskvare, a raja samo prihvati. A kad se jednom raja otme i pohasi, idi slobodno pa traži drugu, jer od te nema više…” quote by Ivo Andrić
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““Kaže se, raja se odmetnula, raja je neposlušna i nevaljala. Jeste. Ali treba znati da raja ne diše svojom dušom, nego sluša dah gospodara. To vi dobro znate. Uvijek se gospoda prvo iskvare, a raja samo prihvati. A kad se jednom raja otme i pohasi, idi slobodno pa traži drugu, jer od te nema više ništa.””

Ivo Andrić

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

The masses are controlled by leaders, who corrupt first; the people accept passively; rebellion leads to seeking new leadership

In simple terms: Leaders corrupt before people accept; rebellion prompts change

Key Takeaway

Question authority and seek authentic leadership

Themes

power corruption rebellion

Mood

critical reflective

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • political movements
  • grassroots activism
  • social change

Key Concepts

social control leadership dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What signs indicate a leader’s corruption?
  • How can individuals resist passive acceptance?
A Different Perspective

Blind obedience can perpetuate oppression

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