Lion Quote by Victor Hugo
““The peasants of Asturias are convinced that in every litter of wolves there is one dog, which is killed by the mother because, otherwise, as he grew up, he would devour the other little ones. Give to this dog-son of a wolf a human face, and the result will be Javert.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Les Misérables by Victor Hugo, 1862
People fear that a dangerous child will become a threat, so they suppress it, creating a harsh enforcer instead.
In simple terms: Suppressing danger can create a harsher guardian.
Key Takeaway
Beware of creating monsters through fear.
Themes
fear
control
authority
identity
conformity
Mood
tense
reflective
Type
cautionary
literary
When to use this quote
- parenting
- law enforcement
- education
- political leadership
Key Concepts
psychology
social dynamics
power structures
Questions to Reflect On
- What traits do we suppress in others?
- How does fear shape authority?
A Different Perspective
A harsh enforcer may become a tyrant if not checked.
