Innocent Quote by Denis Johnson
““And yet we were always being found innocent for ridiculous reasons.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Tree of Smoke, Denis Johnson, 2007
Innocence is often assigned arbitrarily, highlighting absurdity of moral judgments.
In simple terms: Innocence can be absurdly assigned.
Key Takeaway
Question arbitrary judgments of innocence.
Themes
justice
absurdity
innocence
societal norms
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- courtrooms
- media coverage
- public opinion
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
legal theory
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- Why are we quick to label innocence?
- How does absurdity affect justice?
A Different Perspective
Societal labels can be harmful and oversimplify.
