Blood Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“The savage bows down to idols of wood and stone, the civilized man to idols of flesh and blood”
About This Quote
Savage people worship wooden or stone idols, while civilized people worship flesh and blood idols, contrasting primitive and modern forms of idolatry.
In simple terms: Different societies idolize different things.
Key Takeaway
Question what you truly worship.
Themes
idolatry
civilization
culture
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- media consumption
- political allegiance
- consumer habits
Key Concepts
sociology
anthropology
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern “idols” dominate your attention?
- How can you balance reverence and critical thinking?
A Different Perspective
Idolatry can be subtle, not just overt.
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