Bread Quote by William Butler Yeats
“What if the Church and the State Are the mob that howls at the door! Wine shall run thick to the end, Bread taste sour.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Second Coming, 1919
A warning that institutions can become oppressive, leading to scarcity and hardship.
In simple terms: Power can become oppressive, causing scarcity.
Key Takeaway
Beware of power that restricts freedom.
Themes
authority
oppression
scarcity
religion
politics
Mood
defiant
critical
somber
Type
political
social commentary
When to use this quote
- political activism
- religious reform
- social justice movements
- community organizing
Key Concepts
totalitarianism
social critique
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do institutions become oppressive?
- What can individuals do to counter scarcity?
A Different Perspective
Power can be resisted through collective action and solidarity.
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