Indecent Quote by Roland Barthes
“It is no longer the sexual which is indecent, it is the sentimental.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Mythologies, 1957
The focus of what is considered indecent has shifted from overt sexuality to overt sentimentality, critiquing cultural standards.
In simple terms: Sentimentality is now seen as indecent, not sexuality.
Key Takeaway
Question the standards of indecency.
Themes
culture
morality
sentimentality
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- advertising
- political speeches
- social media
- fashion
- art criticism
Key Concepts
postmodernism
media criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does sentimentality influence your judgments?
- What cultural forces dictate indecency?
A Different Perspective
Sentimentality can be manipulative and mask power dynamics.
