Art Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“The art of government is the organisation of idolatry.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, 1903
Government often turns worship into power structures that demand devotion.
In simple terms: Power can become a false idol.
Key Takeaway
Question authority, seek transparency.
Themes
politics
power
idolatry
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- elections
- policy making
- public discourse
Key Concepts
authority
institutional critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How does power become idolatry?
- What safeguards prevent worship of institutions?
A Different Perspective
Power can be used responsibly with checks.
![“Mankind has failed miserably in its effort to devise a rational system of government. [...] The art of government is the exclusive possession of quacks and frauds. It has been so since the earliest days, and it will probably remain so until the end of time.” quote by H. L. Mencken](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a3e/h-l-mencken-245_art_mankind-has-failed-miserably-in-its-effo_1593851.jpg)
