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“He was fine; he, that orphan that foundling that outcast; he felt himself august and strong; he looked full in the face that society from which he was banished, and into which he had so powerfully intervened; that human justice from which he had snatched its prey; all those tigers whose jaws…” quote by Victor Hugo
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““He was fine; he, that orphan that foundling that outcast; he felt himself august and strong; he looked full in the face that society from which he was banished, and into which he had so powerfully intervened; that human justice from which he had snatched its prey; all those tigers whose jaws perforce remained empty; those myrmidons, those judges, those executioners, all that royal power which he, poor, insignificant being, had foiled with the power of God.””

Victor Hugo

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A triumphant declaration of personal power against societal oppression, invoking divine strength.

In simple terms: Individual can overcome oppression with inner strength.

Key Takeaway

Believe in your inner power.

Themes

justice power resistance

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • social activism
  • personal empowerment
  • overcoming adversity

Key Concepts

Divine intervention personal agency

Questions to Reflect On

  • What inner resources can you draw upon?
  • How does faith shape resistance?
A Different Perspective

Might oversimplify complex social issues.

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