Ass Quote by John Shelby Spong
“"You shall not covet your neighbor's wife, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor anything that is your neighbor's." Your neighbor is clearly a male, and the woman, the ox and the ass are property of the male. That's not morality I will salute today.”
About This Quote
The quote critiques a literal, property‑based view of neighborly relations, suggesting that such rules reduce people to possessions and miss deeper moral principles.
In simple terms: It questions treating people and animals as property.
Key Takeaway
Seek respect beyond legal ownership.
Themes
ethics
property
relationships
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family disputes
- legal debates
- religious teachings
Key Concepts
human dignity
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance law with compassion?
- What defines true ownership?
A Different Perspective
May overlook cultural context of ancient law.
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