Age Quote by Robert Green Ingersoll
“In every age in which books have been produced, the governing class, the respectable, have been opposed to the works of real genius.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 19th Century Lecture, Robert Green Ingersoll, 1880s
The elite often resist groundbreaking ideas because they threaten established power structures.
In simple terms: Powerful ideas face resistance from those in authority.
Key Takeaway
Challenge authority with bold thinking.
Themes
authority
resistance
innovation
class
genius
Mood
defiant
critical
inspirational
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- artistic expression
- political reform
- media criticism
Key Concepts
cultural hegemony
intellectual freedom
social control
Questions to Reflect On
- How does power shape what is considered "genius"?
- What can individuals do to protect innovative work?
A Different Perspective
Opposition can stifle progress if not countered by public support.
