In our own time we have seen domination spread over the…
“In our own time we have seen domination spread over the social landscape to a point where it is beyond all human control. Compared to this stupendous mobilization of materials, of wealth, of human intellect, of human labor for the single goal of domination, all other recent human achievements pale to almost trivial significance. Our art, science, medicine, literature, music and charitable acts seem like mere droppings from a table on which gory feasts on the spoils of conquest have engaged the attention of a system whose appetite for rule is utterly unrestrained.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He argues that modern domination overwhelms humanity, rendering other achievements like art and science trivial compared to the relentless pursuit of power.
In simple terms: Domination dominates humanity, making other achievements seem minor.
Key Takeaway
Resist domination to value human culture.
Themes
politics
power
humanity
culture
Mood
urgent
critical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy making
- education
- community building
Key Concepts
anarchism
critical theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What can individuals do to counter domination?
- How can art and science be mobilized against power?
A Different Perspective
Changing domination requires collective action, not just critique.