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“and many of the saints did I shut up in prison, having received authority from the chief priests; and when they were put to death, I gave my voice against them. ACT26.11 And I punished them oft in every synagogue, and compelled them to blaspheme; and being exceedingly mad against them, I…” quote by Anonymous
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““and many of the saints did I shut up in prison, having received authority from the chief priests; and when they were put to death, I gave my voice against them. ACT26.11 And I punished them oft in every synagogue, and compelled them to blaspheme; and being exceedingly mad against them, I persecuted them even unto strange cities.””

Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Text: Unverified religious manuscript, unknown date

The author claims authority to persecute and punish, expressing hostility toward certain groups.

In simple terms: They justify violent oppression using claimed authority.

Key Takeaway

Beware of using power to justify cruelty.

Themes

authority persecution religion

Mood

critical reflective

Type

ethical historical

When to use this quote

  • historical oppression
  • legal systems
  • social control
  • religious conflict

Key Concepts

moral corruption dogma

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do people misuse authority?
  • What are the consequences of blind obedience?
A Different Perspective

Such actions cause lasting trauma and societal division.

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