Quote by Kahlil Gibran
Theban who acquires his wealth by inheritance builds his mansion with the weak poor's money. The clergyman erects his temple upon the graves and bones of the devoted worshippers. The prince grasps the fellah's arms while the priest empties his pocket; the ruler looks upon the sobs of the fields with frowning face, and the bishop consoles them with his smile, and between the frown of the tiger and the smile of the wolf the flock is perished; the ruler claims himself as king if the law, and the priest as the representative if god, and between these two, the bodies are destroyed and the souls wither into nothing.
Summary
This quote highlights the unjust power dynamics that exist in society, particularly between the ruling class and the common people. It showcases how individuals in positions of authority, such as the wealthy, clergy, and rulers, exploit and take advantage of the vulnerable and marginalized. The quote also signifies the hypocrisy and manipulation employed by those in power, who use religion and the law to maintain control and suppress the rights of the common people. Ultimately, this oppressive system leads to the suffering and decay of both the physical and spiritual well-being of society.
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