Ashamed Quote by Antonio Gramsci
“I would like you to understand completely, also emotionally, that I'm a political detainee and will be a political prisoner, that I have nothing now or in the future to be ashamed of in this situation. That, at bottom, I myself have in a certain sense asked for this detention and this sentence, because I've always refused to change my opinion, for which I would be willing to give my life and not just remain in prison. That therefore I can only be tranquil and content with myself.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Prison Not, Antonio Gramsci, 1935
He asserts that his political imprisonment is a conscious, principled stance, embracing it without shame and finding inner peace through steadfast belief.
In simple terms: He accepts imprisonment as a moral choice and stays calm.
Key Takeaway
Embrace conviction, stay true to principles.
Themes
political conviction
resilience
identity
prison
peace
Mood
defiant
reflective
resolute
Type
philosophical
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- activist imprisonment
- civil disobedience
- personal integrity
- public dissent
Key Concepts
Marxism
ethical steadfastness
self‑acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true tranquility mean under oppression?
- Can one remain content while fighting injustice?
A Different Perspective
His calm may overlook the personal suffering and broader systemic oppression.
