Character Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“When you prevent me from doing anything I want to do, that is persecution; when I prevent you from doing anything you want to do, that is law, order, and morals.”
About This Quote
Source Play: "Man and Superman", 1903
Contrasts persecution with law‑ordered morality, highlighting power dynamics.
In simple terms: Oppression vs. lawful morality.
Question who defines morality.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legal systems
- activism
- education
- personal ethics
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Who decides what is moral?
- How does power shape law?
May simplify complex moral issues.