Quote by Oscar Wilde

Im Krieg machen die Starken die Schwachen zu Sklaven, im Frieden machen die Reichen die Armen zu Sklaven.

Im Krieg machen die Starken die Schwachen zu Sklaven, im Fri

Summary

This quote highlights the belief that power dynamics exist both in times of war and peace. In times of war, the strong exert their dominance over the weak, making them slaves to their supremacy. In times of peace, it suggests that wealth inequality allows the rich to exercise control and influence over the poor, effectively turning them into economic slaves. The quote emphasizes the perpetuation of servitude and exploitation in different forms across different societal contexts.

Topics

War Peace Slavery Social_injustice

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