Quote by Voltaire

All murderers are punished unless they kill in large numbers and to the sound of trumpets.

All murderers are punished unless they kill in large numbers

Summary

This quote suggests that murderers who commit their crimes on a small scale are vilified and punished, while those who kill on a massive scale and receive public attention tend to avoid punishment due to various factors like political influence or social acceptance. The phrase "to the sound of trumpets" symbolizes the grandiose and spectacular nature of these large-scale killings, which often overshadow the gravity of the crimes committed. This quote implies a critique of the unequal treatment and selective punishment of murderers based on the scale and circumstances of their actions.

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