Quote by Edmund Burke

Society can overlook murder, adultery or swindling it never forgives preaching of a new gospel.

Society can overlook murder, adultery or swindling it never

Summary

This quote suggests that society has a tendency to be more accepting of certain immoral actions, such as murder, adultery, or swindling, compared to individuals who challenge societal norms by preaching a new belief system or advocating for a different way of thinking. It implies that society is more resistant to change and finds it difficult to forgive those who challenge established conventions and try to introduce new ideologies. Society's unwillingness to forgive those preaching a new gospel reflects a deeper resistance to altering existing belief systems and the comfort they provide.

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By Edmund Burke

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