Quote by Fyodor Dostoyevsky

It is not possible to eat me without insisting that I sing praises of my devourer?

It is not possible to eat me without insisting that I sing p

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This quote suggests that it is unreasonable to expect someone to remain silent or passive while they are being figuratively consumed or taken advantage of. It implies that if someone is being oppressed or exploited, they have the right to speak out against their oppressor rather than praising or supporting them. Through this quote, the speaker emphasizes the importance of standing up for oneself and resisting those who seek to take advantage.

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By Fyodor Dostoyevsky

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