Quote by Bishop Beilby Porteus

One murder made a villain, Millions a hero.Princes were privileg'd To kill, and numbers sanctified the crime. Ah! why will kings forget that they are men, And men that they are brethren?

One murder made a villain, Millions a hero.Princes were priv

Summary

This quote highlights the power dynamics and hypocrisy present in society. It suggests that while one act of murder can brand someone as a villain, the mass killings endorsed by royalty can elevate them to hero status. It questions the idea that killing can be justified based on one's status or the number of lives taken. The quote also emphasizes the need for equality and compassion, urging both kings and men to remember their shared humanity and regard each other as brethren.

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By Bishop Beilby Porteus

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