If you poison us, do we not die? And if you wrong us…
““If you poison us, do we not die? And if you wrong us, shall we not revenge?””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Oppression invites retaliation; injustice demands response.
In simple terms: Wrongdoing provokes revenge.
Seek justice, not vengeance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political protest
- personal betrayal
- legal disputes
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is retaliation justified?
- What alternatives exist to address wrongs?
Violence can perpetuate cycles of harm.