Abhorrence Quote by Hal Duncan
“Prejudice validates itself as righteous abhorrence of the criminally deviant. So Christian homophobia is just a metonym of that abjection in general.”
About This Quote
Prejudice claims moral superiority while condemning those deemed deviant, equating Christian homophobia with broader societal rejection.
In simple terms: Prejudice pretends to be moral while rejecting others.
Recognize and challenge hidden biases.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- religious communities
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language shape prejudice?
- Can moral claims be truly neutral?
Prejudice can be rationalized by cultural narratives.