Believe Quote by Juvenal
“There is nothing which power cannot believe of itself, when it is praised as equal to the gods.”
About This Quote
Source Satire: Satires of Juvenal, 2nd century AD
Claims that anything can be believed if it is equated with divine power.
In simple terms: Belief can be swayed by divine comparison.
Key Takeaway
Question authority's claims.
Themes
power
belief
religion
Mood
cynical
analytical
Type
satirical
historical
When to use this quote
- political speeches
- religious doctrine
- advertising
- media narratives
Key Concepts
rhetoric
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes you accept a claim as true?
- Who benefits from divine comparisons?
A Different Perspective
Equating power with divinity can mask ulterior motives.
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