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“Some men, under the notion of weeding out prejudices, eradicate virtue, honesty, and religion” quote by Jonathan Swift
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“Some men, under the notion of weeding out prejudices, eradicate virtue, honesty, and religion”

Jonathan Swift

About This Quote

Source Essay: A Modest Proposal, 1729

Efforts to eliminate prejudice can unintentionally destroy virtue, honesty, and religion.

In simple terms: Removing prejudice may also erase virtue and faith.

Key Takeaway

Balance reform with moral preservation.

Themes

social reform morality religion

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • education policy
  • community building
  • interfaith dialogue
  • legal reforms

Key Concepts

ethical philosophy cultural critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards protect core values?
  • How to reform without loss?
A Different Perspective

Risk of over‑correction.

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