Men who have created new fruits in the world cannot create…
““Men who have created new fruits in the world cannot create a system whereby their fruits may be eaten. And the failure hangs over the State like a great sorrow. ...and in the eyes of the people there is the failure; and in the eyes of the hungry there is a growing wrath. In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Innovators may produce abundance but fail to ensure equitable distribution, leading to societal unrest and collective suffering.
In simple terms: Creating without sharing causes anger.
Ensure fair access to created benefits.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- community planning
- food distribution
- social activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can systems be designed to share new resources?
- What responsibilities do creators have to society?
Even with abundance, systemic barriers can prevent consumption.