He finds his fellow guilty of a skin Not color'd like his…
“He finds his fellow guilty of a skin Not color'd like his own, and having pow'r T' enforce the wrong, for such a worthy cause Dooms and devotes him as his lawful prey.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A person judges others by superficial traits and uses power to enforce unjust causes, becoming a victim of their own prejudice.
In simple terms: Prejudice leads to unjust power and victimhood.
Key Takeaway
Challenge superficial judgments.
Themes
prejudice
power
justice
identity
morality
Mood
somber
reflective
critical
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legal system
- community leadership
- interpersonal conflict
- historical oppression
Key Concepts
bias
social hierarchy
ethical conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your bias affect your decisions?
- What steps can you take to see beyond appearances?
A Different Perspective
Power used unjustly often harms both oppressor and oppressed.