Betrayal Quote by Anthony Trollope
““As the high mountains are intersected by deep valleys, as puritanism in one age begets infidelity in the next, as in many countries the thickness of the winter's ice will be in proportion to the number of the summer musquitoes, so was the keenness of the hostility displayed on this occasion in proportion to the warmth of the support which was manifested. As the great man was praised, so also was he abused. ””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Way We Live Now, 1875
Historical cycles repeat: moral extremes in one era provoke opposite extremes in the next, and societal tensions rise with support levels.
In simple terms: Moral extremes cause opposite reactions; support fuels hostility.
Key Takeaway
Recognize patterns of reaction to avoid escalation.
Themes
history
morality
societal cycles
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political campaigns
- social movements
- religious debates
- public policy
Key Concepts
politics
psychology
culture
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern events mirror this pattern?
- How does support intensity affect conflict?
A Different Perspective
Complex metaphors may obscure the core message for modern readers.
