Deities Quote by Pliny the Elder
“Now, that the sovereign power and deity, whatsoever it is, should have regard of mankind, is a toy and vanity worthy to be laughed at.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Natural History, Book 7, 77 AD
Power that ignores humanity is pointless and absurd, deserving mockery.
In simple terms: Authority that neglects people is foolish.
Question authority that disregards human welfare.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government policy
- leadership decisions
- public discourse
- social media commentary
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies ensure leaders prioritize humanity?
- What mechanisms prevent power from becoming a vanity?
Such power may claim legitimacy through tradition or tradition.