Brake Quote by Jacques Ellul
“This is where each individual must decide for himself. The essential thing is the decision to challenge the modern state, which without this small group of protesters will be checked by neither brake, value, nor reason.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Technological Society, 1954
Individuals must choose to challenge state power; without dissent, the state operates unchecked by moral or rational limits.
In simple terms: Choosing to resist state power is essential.
Key Takeaway
Stand up against unchecked authority.
Themes
politics
ethics
activism
Mood
determined
urgent
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- political protest
- community organizing
- online activism
Key Concepts
state power
civil disobedience
individual agency
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal risks are you willing to take?
- How can you sustain moral courage?
A Different Perspective
Resistance can be risky and may lead to personal loss.
