Buddhism Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
“Nothing more strongly arouses our disgust than cannibalism, yet we make the same impression on Buddhists and vegetarians, for we feed on babies, though not our own.”
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Merry Men” by Robert Louis Stevenson, 1882
Our revulsion toward cannibalism mirrors how we judge others, yet we metaphorically consume the innocent.
In simple terms: We judge others while harming innocents.
Key Takeaway
Recognize hypocrisy in moral judgments.
Themes
ethics
hypocrisy
judgment
Mood
critical
provocative
Type
philosophical
controversial
When to use this quote
- political debate
- dietary choices
- media criticism
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you ever judge others without self‑examination?
- What “babies” do we metaphorically consume?
A Different Perspective
People may resist the metaphorical comparison.
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