Quote by Thomas Bailey Aldrich

Civilization is the lamb's skin in which barbarism masquerades.

Civilization is the lamb's skin in which barbarism masquerad

Summary

This quote implies that civilization serves as a disguise for our inherent propensity towards barbarism. Although society strives to create order, civility, and progress, beneath the surface lies the primal instincts and potential for violence that are ingrained in human nature. The lamb's skin symbolizes the faÃ§ade of peace and harmony, while barbarism represents the darker side of human behavior. Thus, this quote suggests that civilization is a faÃ§ade that conceals our primal instincts and the potential for chaos that can emerge if not properly contained.

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Civilization

By Thomas Bailey Aldrich

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