Quote by James Baldwin

People who treat other people as less than human must not be surprised when the bread they have cast on the waters comes floating back to them, poisoned.

People who treat other people as less than human must not be

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals who dehumanize or mistreat others should not be shocked when their actions eventually harm them in return. The metaphor of casting bread on the waters represents the acts of cruelty or disregard they sow into the world. It implies that negative actions have consequences, and the poison that returns to them symbolizes the repercussions of their behavior. Essentially, the quote highlights the principle of karma, cautioning against hurting others as it may eventually be harmful to oneself.

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