Cruelty Quote by Shan Sa
““A man who does not like power will suffer from its cruelty. He would be unable to raise his hand in punishment or to untangle the web woven by good and evil.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Girl Who Played Go, 2005
A person who avoids power will still feel its harshness and be unable to confront or untangle moral complexities.
In simple terms: Avoiding power still brings suffering.
Key Takeaway
Engage with power responsibly.
Themes
power
morality
cruelty
responsibility
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- leadership roles
- social activism
- personal dilemmas
Key Concepts
Ethics
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- Why does power affect even the reluctant?
- How can one act ethically under power?
A Different Perspective
Power can be unavoidable in some contexts.
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