Burning Quote by Voltaire
“What will the preachers say? .. to teach men not to persecute men: for, while a few sanctimonious humbugs are burning a few fanatics, the earth opens and swallows up all alike.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Candide, Voltaire, 1759
The quote sat the hypocrisy of self‑righteous people who claim moral superiority while chaos violence continues.
In simple terms: Self‑righteousness hides true cruelty.
Key Takeaway
Beware false moralists.
Themes
hypocrisy
violence
morality
Mood
skeptical
critical
Type
philosophical
satirical
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- religious debates
- media analysis
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
moral relativism
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- Who do you trust when authority claims moral high ground?
- How can we expose hidden cruelty?
A Different Perspective
Not all who preach are virtuous.
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