Madness Quote by Alexander Pope
“I find myself hoping a total end of all the unhappy divisions of mankind by party-spirit, which at best is but the madness of many for the gain of a few.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “An Essay on Man” (1733)
Human divisions caused by partisan zeal bring widespread misery, benefiting only a few.
In simple terms: Party spirit creates madness.
Key Takeaway
Seek unity over division.
Themes
politics
conflict
humanity
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- public policy
- community building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
philosophy
social theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we reduce partisan harm?
- What role does compromise play?
A Different Perspective
Some divisions are necessary for diversity.
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