Class struggle Quote by Victor Hugo
““Suffering engenders passion; and while the prosperous blind themselves, or go to sleep, the hatred of the unfortunate classes kindles its torch at some sullen or ill-constituted mind, which is dreaming in a corner, and sets to work to examine society. The examination of hatred is a terrible thing.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Les Misérables, 1862
Suffering fuels passion; the privileged ignore it, while the oppressed’ hatred ignites a critical examination of society.
In simple terms: Suffering sparks passion and social critique.
Key Takeaway
Address systemic injustice to reduce hatred.
Themes
social injustice
passion
critique
Mood
somber
provocative
Type
literary
political
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy reform
- community dialogue
- education programs
Key Concepts
marxist theory
psychology of hatred
revolutionary thought
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives hatred in marginalized groups?
- How can society channel suffering into constructive change?
A Different Perspective
Hatred can also lead to violence, not just critique.
