Quote by Captain Jean-Luc Picard

Shall I tell you what true evil is? It is to submit to you. It is when we surrender our freedom, our dignity instead of defying you.

Shall I tell you what true evil is? It is to submit to you.

Summary

This quote highlights the concept of true evil as being synonymous with submitting to someone or something, sacrificing our freedom and dignity in the process. Rather than standing up against oppressive forces, the quote suggests that evil lies in the act of surrendering and accepting such dominance. It implies that true evil occurs when individuals relinquish their autonomy and fail to challenge the unjust powers that seek to control them.

By Captain Jean-Luc Picard

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