Quote by William Blake

What is a wife and what is a harlot? What is a church and what is a theatre? are they two and not one? Can they exist separate? Are not religion and politics the same thing? Brotherhood is religion. O demonstrations of reason dividing families in cruelty and pride!

What is a wife and what is a harlot? What is a church and wh

Summary

This quote questions the distinction between various institutions and concepts in society. It suggests that the roles of a wife and a harlot, as well as a church and a theatre, may not be as separate as commonly believed. Similarly, it challenges the differentiation between religion and politics, arguing that they are interconnected. The quote emphasizes the idea that true religious belief lies in the unity and brotherhood among people, contrasting with the divisive actions driven by reason. Overall, it challenges the inherent divisions in society and the potential harm caused by pride and cruelty.

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Politics Religion

By William Blake

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