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Discipline Quote by Jules Verne

“Ben Zoof, whose ideas of discipline were extremely rigid, at once suggested that the colony should be put under the surveillance of the police, that the cardinal points should be placed under restraint, and that the sun should be shot for breach of discipline.” quote by Jules Verne
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““Ben Zoof, whose ideas of discipline were extremely rigid, at once suggested that the colony should be put under the surveillance of the police, that the cardinal points should be placed under restraint, and that the sun should be shot for breach of discipline.””

Jules Verne

About This Quote

Source Novel: "The Mysterious Island", 1874, Jules Verne

Rigid discipline can lead to extreme control measures, highlighting the danger of authoritarian rigidity.

In simple terms: Strict discipline may become oppressive.

Key Takeaway

Balance structure with flexibility.

Themes

discipline authoritarianism control

Mood

critical analytical

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • military training
  • corporate policies
  • educational curricula
  • government regulations

Key Concepts

social order psychology of power ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does discipline become oppression?
  • How can societies maintain order without overreach?
A Different Perspective

Excessive control can suppress creativity and morale.

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