I, for my part, wonder of what sort of feeling, mind or…
“I, for my part, wonder of what sort of feeling, mind or reason that man was possessed who was first to pollute his mouth with gore, and to allow his lips to touch the flesh of a murdered being: who spread his table with the mangled forms of dead bodies, and claimed as daily food and dainty dishes what but now were beings endowed with movement, perception and with voice. …but for the sake of some little mouthful of flesh, we deprive a soul of the sun and light, and of that portion of life and time it had been born in to the world to enjoy.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage condemns cannibalism as a moral atrocity that deprives souls of life, light, and dignity for fleeting physical gratification.
In simple terms: Cannibalism is a grave moral violation.
Key Takeaway
Respect the sanctity of life and avoid exploitation.
Themes
ethics
humanity
violence
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- war
- survival scenarios
- cultural practices
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
anthropology
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do societies forbid cannibalism?
- What does this reveal about human values?
A Different Perspective
Historical context may differ from modern norms.