Quote by Tacitus
A shocking crime was committed on the unscrupulous initiative of few individuals, with the blessing of more, and amid the passive acquiescence of all.
Summary
This quote suggests that a heinous crime was committed by a small group of individuals, who were supported by others and allowed to carry out their actions due to the apathy and lack of resistance from the majority. It implies that the crime was able to take place due to a combination of active encouragement and passive indifference. The quote highlights the role played by both the perpetrators and the passive observers in allowing such wrongdoing to occur.
Topics
Assassination
By Tacitus