Quote by Aldous Huxley

Morality is always the product of terror; its chains and strait-waistcoats are fashioned by those who dare not trust others, because they dare not trust themselves, to walk in liberty.

Morality is always the product of terror; its chains and str

Summary

This quote suggests that moral rules and restrictions are created out of fear. It implies that those who lack trust in themselves and others feel the need to impose these limitations to maintain order and prevent chaos. The metaphor of "chains and strait-waistcoats" implies that morality can be constrictive, limiting individual freedom. It suggests that a lack of trust in one's own abilities and in others leads to the creation of rules and regulations to dictate ethical behavior.

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