Fellow man Quote by Ezra Cornell
“The Soul of man is made an article of merchandise by his fellow man and can such a land be happy? No! Happiness does not dwell in any land that is scared by the blighting curse of Slavery.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address on Slavery, Ezra Cornell, 1865
Human beings become commodities when enslaved, preventing any society from achieving true happiness.
In simple terms: Slavery turns people into goods, ruining happiness.
Key Takeaway
Reject oppression to foster freedom.
Themes
freedom
human dignity
justice
Mood
somber
determined
Type
historical
political.
When to use this quote
- labor reform
- civil rights movements
- education on slavery
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
economics
morality
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- How does treating people as property affect societal well‑being?
- What steps can we take to dismantle modern forms of slavery?
A Different Perspective
Freedom alone does not guarantee happiness without equality.
