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“We will have to repent, in this generation, not merely for the hateful words and actions of bad people, but for the appalling silence of the good,’ King said,” quote by Ken Follett
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““We will have to repent, in this generation, not merely for the hateful words and actions of bad people, but for the appalling silence of the good,’ King said,””

Ken Follett

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 urges good people to act, not stay silent, because silence enables evil.

In simple terms: Good must speak up, not stay quiet.

Key Takeaway

Speak out against injustice.

Themes

responsibility morality silence action justice

Mood

urgent reflective

Type

moral inspirational

When to use this quote

  • political activism
  • community organizing
  • personal integrity
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

ethical duty civic engagement

Questions to Reflect On

  • What injust can you confront today?
  • How does silence enable wrongdoing?
A Different Perspective

Silence may be driven by fear or complacency.

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