Bishops Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“If we look back into history for the character of the present sects in Christianity, we shall find few that have not in their turns been persecutors, and complainers of persecution. The primitive Christians thought persecution extremely wrong in the Pagans, but practised it on one another.”
About This Quote
History shows that groups often become oppressors of each other despite condemning persecution elsewhere.
In simple terms: People often become what they despise.
Key Takeaway
Beware of repeating the same wrong you criticize.
Themes
hypocrisy
religion
power
persecution
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
cautionary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious conflict
- political oppression
- social movements
Key Concepts
Historical cycles
moral inconsistency
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we break cycles of mutual persecution?
- What safeguards prevent groups from becoming oppressors?
A Different Perspective
Human nature tends toward repeating patterns of oppression.
