Quote by George Bernard Shaw

The savage bows down to idols of wood and stone the civilized man to idols of flesh and blood.

The savage bows down to idols of wood and stone the civilize

Summary

This quote highlights a distinction between the idols worshiped by different societies. The term "savage" refers to those who are considered to be uncivilized and primitive. They are believed to worship non-living objects such as idols made of wood and stone. On the other hand, the term "civilized man" refers to individuals who are considered more advanced and sophisticated. However, they are seen as idolizing fellow human beings, giving excessive importance and reverence to those who possess power and influence, essentially treating them like idols made of flesh and blood. The quote suggests that both forms of idolatryâ€”whether directed towards inanimate objects or peopleâ€”represent different manifestations of human tendency to worship and idolize.

By George Bernard Shaw

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