Habits Quote by Peter Kropotkin
““And by that habit of submission, with which we are only too familiar, the thought of the next generation retains this religious twist, which is at once servile and authoritative; for authority and servility walk ever hand in hand.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Mutual Aid: A Factor of Evolution by Peter Kropotkin, 1902
The quote warns that habitual submission creates a religious mindset that mixes servility with authority, linking power and subservience.
In simple terms: Blind obedience breeds a mix of servility and authority.
Key Takeaway
Question authority, avoid blind obedience.
Themes
authority
religion
power
submission
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- religious communities
- education
- family dynamics
Key Concepts
social hierarchy
psychology
ideology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does submission shape belief?
- When does authority become oppressive?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook positive aspects of structured guidance.
