Quote by Simone Weil

It would seem that man was born a slave, and that slavery is his natural condition. At the same time nothing on earth can stop man from feeling himself born for liberty. Never, whatever may happen, can he accept servitude; for he is a thinking creature.

It would seem that man was born a slave, and that slavery is

Summary

This quote suggests that although it may appear that humans are naturally meant to be enslaved, their inherent desire for freedom prevents them from accepting subjugation. The quote implies that human beings, with their capacity for thought, are fundamentally inclined towards liberty and are unwilling to be controlled or oppressed. Regardless of circumstances, humans possess an innate longing for autonomy and resist being relegated to a state of servitude.

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Liberty

By Simone Weil

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