Feelings Quote by saki
““There is no outlet for demonstrating your feelings towards people whom you simply loathe. That is really the crying need of our modern civilisation. Just think how jolly it would be if a recognised day were set apart for the paying off of old scores and grudges, a day when one could lay oneself out to be gracefully vindictive to a carefully treasured list of 'people who must not be let off'.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Day of Revenge” by saki, 1910
Modern society may crave sanctioned outlets for vengeance, highlighting a paradoxical desire for moral order and personal retribution.
In simple terms: People want a day to settle scores.
Key Takeaway
Question the need for institutionalized vengeance.
Themes
ethics
revenge
societal norms
paradox
justice
Mood
critical
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- legal reforms
- community mediation
- public debates
- personal grudges
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
social critique
cultural satire
Questions to Reflect On
- What are healthier ways to address grudges?
- How does institutionalizing revenge affect justice?
A Different Perspective
Encouraging revenge can erode social cohesion.
