Language Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“Patriotism is a word which always commemorates a robbery.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, 1905
He argues that patriotism often masks selfish motives and exploitation.
In simple terms: Patriotism can be a cover for wrongdoing.
Key Takeaway
Question the true motives behind national pride.
Themes
politics
morality
nationalism
critique
Mood
critical
skeptical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political debate
- education
- media analysis
Key Concepts
patriotism
robbery
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- Is patriotism ever justified?
- How can societies foster healthy national pride?
A Different Perspective
Patriotism can also inspire genuine solidarity and sacrifice.
![“[Patriotism] ...is a word which always commemorates a robbery. There isn't a foot of land in the world which doesn't represent the ousting and re-ousting of a longline of successive "owners" who each in turn, as "patriots" with proud swelling hearts defended it against the next gang of "robbers"…” quote by Mark Twain](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/053/mark-twain-22_feet_patriotism-is-a-word-which-always-commem_252789.jpg)
