Quote by Victor Hugo

In every French village there is now a lighted torch, the schoolmaster; and a mouth trying to blow it out, the priest.

In every French village there is now a lighted torch, the sc

Summary

This quote suggests that within every French village, there is a clash between two influential figures - the schoolmaster, symbolizing knowledge, progress, and new ideas, and the priest, representing traditional beliefs and conservatism. The "lighted torch" of the schoolmaster represents enlightenment and education, while the priest's attempt to extinguish it implies resistance to change. It illustrates the conflict between secularism and religious authority that existed in French society, specifically during a time when education and progress were challenging established religious power and dogma.

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Education Religion

By Victor Hugo

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