Bigotry Quote by George Orwell
“If he were allowed contact with foreigners he would discover that they are creatures similar to himself and that most of what he has been told about them is lies. The sealed world in which he lives would be broken, and the fear, hatred, and self-righteousness on which his morale depends might evaporate. It is therefore realized on all sides that however ofter Persia, or Egypt, or Java, or Ceylon may change hands, the main frontiers must never be crossed by anything except bombs.”
About This Quote
The passage suggests that contact with foreigners would reveal shared humanity, undermining propaganda and fear that sustain isolationist attitudes.
In simple terms: Seeing others as similar challenges fear and lies.
Key Takeaway
Encourage open exchange to break prejudice.
Themes
prejudice
propaganda
humanity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education
- diplomacy
- media reporting
- community building
- travel
Key Concepts
Social psychology
cultural relativism
Questions to Reflect On
- How might exposure to other cultures change your worldview?
- What barriers prevent such contact?
A Different Perspective
It assumes all outsiders are similar and may downplay genuine cultural differences.
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