Quote by John Ruskin

The distinguishing sign of slavery is to have a price, and to be bought for it.

The distinguishing sign of slavery is to have a price, and t

Summary

This quote implies that the defining characteristic of slavery is being treated as an object that can be valued and purchased by others. It suggests that when a person's worth is reduced to a mere commodity, being bought and sold in a marketplace, they are being oppressed and stripped of their freedom. The quote highlights the dehumanizing nature of slavery, emphasizing the reduction of individuals to objects with a price tag.

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Slavery

By John Ruskin

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