Community Quote by Victor Hugo
“A society that admits misery, a humanity that admits war, seem to me an inferior society and a debased humanity; it is a higher society and a more elevated humanity at which I am aiming - a society without kings, a humanity without barriers.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Les Misérables, 1862
A truly enlightened society rejects suffering and conflict, aiming for equality without rulers or divisions.
In simple terms: A better society has no kings or barriers.
Strive for equality and compassion.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy reform
- community building
- education
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance idealism with practical governance?
- What barriers exist today that prevent true equality?
Ideal societies may overlook human nature’s complexities.