Condemn Quote by William Penn
“If it be an evil to judge rashly or untruly any single man, how much a greater sin it is to condemn a whole people.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Some Account of the Present State of Pennsylvania, 1682
Judging an individual harshly is bad, but condemning an entire group is far worse.
In simple terms: Condemning a whole group is a greater sin than judging one person.
Key Takeaway
Avoid blanket judgments about groups.
Themes
justice
prejudice
collective responsibility
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
ethical
social commentary
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- media reporting
- workplace diversity
- legal judgments
Key Concepts
ethics
social bias
group dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure you judge individuals rather than groups?
- What steps can you take to avoid collective bias?
A Different Perspective
Groups have varied members, so sweeping condemnation can be inaccurate.
