Causes Quote by William Cowper
“He finds his fellow guilty of a skin Not color'd like his own, and having pow'r T' enforce the wrong, for such a worthy cause Dooms and devotes him as his lawful prey.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Task by William Cowper, 1785
A person judges others by superficial traits and uses power to enforce unjust causes, becoming a victim of their own prejudice.
In simple terms: Prejudice leads to unjust power and victimhood.
Key Takeaway
Challenge superficial judgments.
Themes
prejudice
power
justice
identity
morality
Mood
somber
reflective
critical
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legal system
- community leadership
- interpersonal conflict
- historical oppression
Key Concepts
bias
social hierarchy
ethical conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your bias affect your decisions?
- What steps can you take to see beyond appearances?
A Different Perspective
Power used unjustly often harms both oppressor and oppressed.
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