Consequence Quote by Oscar Wilde
“The evil that machinery is doing is not merely in the consequence of its work but in the fact that it makes men themselves machines also.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Soul of Man under Socialism, 1891
Technology can dehumanize people, turning them into extensions of machines rather than autonomous beings.
In simple terms: Machines can make people act like machines.
Key Takeaway
Guard your humanity against mechanistic pressures.
Themes
technology
humanity
dehumanization
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
philosophical
warning
When to use this quote
- workplace
- education
- personal relationships
- policy making
Key Concepts
existentialism
critical theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep personal agency in a tech‑driven world?
- What habits preserve your humanity?
A Different Perspective
Even with awareness, societal structures may still push mechanistic behavior.
