Abyss Quote by Bertolt Brecht
“Those who take the most from the table, teach contentment. Those for whom the taxes are destined, demand sacrifice. Those who eat their fill, speak to the hungry, of wonderful times to come. Those who lead the country into the abyss, call ruling difficult, for ordinary folk.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui, 1941
Those who hoard resources teach contentment, while those taxed demand sacrifice; leaders who mislead call ruling difficult for ordinary people.
In simple terms: Wealth and power affect social dynamics.
Key Takeaway
Promote equitable resource sharing and honest leadership.
Themes
politics
economics
ethics
Mood
critical
hopeful
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- policy making
- activism
- community organizing
Key Concepts
distribution
leadership
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance fairness with sustainability?
- What responsibilities do leaders have to the populace?
A Different Perspective
Idealism may ignore practical constraints.
