Quote by Thomas Fuller

Cruelty is a tyrant that's always attended with fear.

Cruelty is a tyrant that's always attended with fear.

Summary

This quote highlights the oppressive nature of cruelty and its reliance on fear as a means of control. Cruelty, be it inflicted by an individual or a system, has the power to dominate and manipulate others by instilling fear in them. It implies that those who are cruel may use fear as a tool to maintain their authority, suppress dissent, and perpetuate their tyranny. Thus, the quote serves as a reminder of the destructive nature of cruelty, both for those subjected to it and for those who wield it.

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