Conqueror Quote by Adam Hochschild
““Those who are conquered," wrote the philosopher Ibn Khaldun in the fourteenth century, "always want to imitate the conqueror in his main characteristics—in his clothing, his crafts, and in all his distinctive traits and customs.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Penguin History of the World, Adam Hochschild, 2006
Conquered peoples often emulate their conquerors' appearance and customs, seeking power through imitation.
In simple terms: People copy conquerors.
Key Takeaway
Beware imitation as identity loss.
Themes
identity
imitation
power
culture
history
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
sociological
historical
When to use this quote
- fashion trends
- political movements
- education curricula
- media analysis
Key Concepts
Social mimicry
colonial influence
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we imitate those in power?
- What are the costs of losing cultural uniqueness?
A Different Perspective
Imitation can suppress authentic cultural expression.
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