Slavery Quote by David Christian
““Both animal and human slaves could be controlled best if kept economically and psychically dependent on their owners.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Rise of the West, 2004
Power over others is strongest when they depend economically and psychologically on the controller.
In simple terms: Control works through dependency.
Recognize and break dependency cycles.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- workplace hierarchy
- human trafficking
- historical slavery
- modern labor exploitation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies reduce economic and psychological dependency?
- What mechanisms sustain such control?
Dependency can be subtle and internalized, making resistance hard.