Narrowmindedness Quote by George Bernard Shaw
““BRITANNUS (shocked). Caesar: this is not proper. THEODOTUS (outraged). How! CAESAR (recovering his self-possession). Pardon him. Theodotus: he is a barbarian, and thinks that the customs of his tribe and island are the laws of nature.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Caesar and Cleopatra, 1901
People often label unfamiliar customs as barbaric, assuming their own norms are universal truths.
In simple terms: Different cultures are wrongly seen as savage.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions about cultural superiority.
Themes
culture
ethnocentrism
misunderstanding
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
theatrical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- travel
- immigration
- multicultural workplaces
- education curricula
Key Concepts
relativism
colonial mindset
identity politics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you react to customs you don't recognize?
- What steps can you take to avoid labeling others as barbaric?
A Different Perspective
Overgeneralization can hinder true understanding.
