Quote by George Bernard Shaw

[H]e is a barbarian, and thinks that the customs of his tribe and island are the laws of nature.

[H]e is a barbarian, and thinks that the customs of his trib

Summary

This quote highlights the ethnocentric mindset of an individual who belongs to a specific tribe or island. it suggests that this person, labeled as a "barbarian," perceives the customs and practices of their own community as the ultimate and irrefutable truths, equating them to the laws of nature. It implies that this person lacks a broader perspective and fails to recognize the diversity of cultures and perspectives beyond their own, ultimately revealing their limited worldview and understanding of the world.

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Nature Law Customs Barbarian Barbarism Self Centered

By George Bernard Shaw

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