Adore Quote by Arundhati Roy
“There is a war that makes us adore our conquerors and despise ourselves.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The God of Small Things, Arundhati Roy, 1997
War glorifies victors while eroding self‑respect, causing societies to idolize oppressors and reject their own worth.
In simple terms: War makes us love conquerors and hate ourselves.
Question power structures and reclaim self‑value.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- nationalism
- activism
- education
- media analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does admiration of conquerors affect personal identity?
- What steps can restore collective self‑respect?
It can overlook the complexities of resistance and internalized oppression.