Absolute Quote by John Brunner
“If there is such a phenomenon as absolute evil, it consists in treating another human being as a thing.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Stand on Zanzibar, 1968
Absolute evil is treating people as objects, denying their humanity.
In simple terms: Evil is dehumanizing others.
Respect every person's inherent worth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- war crimes
- workplace bullying
- slavery
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize subtle dehumanization?
- What steps restore dignity?
Sometimes systemic structures mask dehumanization.