Quote by Georges Bataille

Intellectual despair results in neither weakness nor dreams, but in violence. It is only a matter of knowing how to give vent to one's rage; whether one only wants to wander like madmen around prisons, or whether one wants to overturn them.

Intellectual despair results in neither weakness nor dreams,

Summary

This quote suggests that intellectual despair, rather than leading to weakness or daydreaming, tends to manifest itself in acts of violence. The key lies in knowing how to channel one's rage effectively; whether it is aimlessly wandering like a lunatic near prisons or desiring to bring about radical change by overturning them. The quote highlights the notion that intense frustration and hopelessness can drive individuals to resort to violent expressions as a means of finding release and seeking to challenge oppressive systems.

By Georges Bataille

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