Easy Quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
“Persecution is a very easy form of virtue.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner", 1798
Virtue can be expressed through persecution, making it easy to claim moral superiority.
In simple terms: Persecution makes virtue seem easy.
Key Takeaway
Beware of false moral superiority.
Themes
morality
power
ethics
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- social media debates
- legal judgments
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Is persecution a genuine path to virtue?
- How does power affect moral claims?
A Different Perspective
Virtue may be insincere when tied to oppression.
