Quote by George Bernard Shaw

When a man wants to murder a tiger, it's called sport; when the tiger wants to murder him it's called ferocity.

When a man wants to murder a tiger, it's called sport; when

Summary

This quote highlights the unequal treatment and perception of actions depending on who initiates them. It criticizes the hypocrisy and double standards prevalent in society, where acts of violence committed by those in power or with privilege are often justified or admired, while the same actions undertaken by the marginalized or oppressed are condemned. It exposes the bias and bias in how we label and judge behaviors, urging us to reflect on the inherent unfairness in such distinctions.

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By George Bernard Shaw

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