Skip to content

Born Quote by Richard Rumbold

“I may say this is a deluded generation, veiled with ignorance, that tho[ugh] popery and slavery be riding in upon them, do not perceive it; tho[ugh] I am sure there was no man born marked of God above another, for none comes into the world with a saddle on his back, neither any booted and spurred…” quote by Richard Rumbold
Download Open image
“I may say this is a deluded generation, veiled with ignorance, that tho[ugh] popery and slavery be riding in upon them, do not perceive it; tho[ugh] I am sure there was no man born marked of God above another, for none comes into the world with a saddle on his back, neither any booted and spurred to ride him.”

Richard Rumbold

About This Quote

Source Speech: 17th Century political pamphlet, unknown title

The speaker criticizes a generation blinded by ignorance and oppression, unaware of their own subjugation.

In simple terms: People are ignorant and oppressed without realizing it.

Key Takeaway

Recognize hidden oppression.

Themes

ignorance oppression social critique

Mood

critical somber

Type

political philosophical

When to use this quote

  • education reform
  • activism
  • community awareness

Key Concepts

political philosophy human condition

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does ignorance sustain oppression?
  • What can awaken awareness?
A Different Perspective

Blindness can be self‑reinforcing.

3.3 out of 5 (3 ratings)

More by Richard Rumbold

Explore all 5 Richard Rumbold quotes

More Born quotes

Browse all 11,606 Born quotes