Quote by Herbert Spencer

Hero-worship is strongest where there is least regard for human freedom.

Hero-worship is strongest where there is least regard for hu

Summary

This quote suggests that hero-worship, or the adoration and admiration of heroes or authority figures, thrives in environments where there is a lack of appreciation for individual liberty and personal freedom. In societies or systems that devalue the importance of human autonomy and independence, people may be more inclined to look up to and idolize heroic figures who possess power and control. This quote implies that hero-worship is closely connected to the suppression or disregard of human freedoms, potentially highlighting the potential dangers of blindly glorifying individuals without considering the impact on individual liberty.

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By Herbert Spencer

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