Legs Quote by Bertolt Brecht
“For the villainy of the world is great, and a man has to run his legs off to keep them from being stolen out fom underneath him.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Threepenny Opera, 1928
Describes the endless struggle against societal corruption, requiring relentless effort.
In simple terms: World is corrupt; must keep fighting.
Key Takeaway
Persist despite systemic injustice.
Themes
politics
corruption
resilience
Mood
defiant
determined
Type
dramatic
political
When to use this quote
- activism
- social work
- personal growth
Key Concepts
theatre
social critique
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What fuels your perseverance?
- How can you balance resistance with self‑care?
A Different Perspective
May lead to burnout.
