Quote by Arthur H. Clough

Thou shalt have one God only; whoWould be at the expense of two?No graven images may beWorshipped, except the currency:Swear not at all; for for thy curseThine enemy is none the worse:At church on Sunday to attendWill serve to keep the world thy friend:Honour thy parents; that is, allFrom whom advancement may befall:Thou shalt not kill; but needst not striveOfficiously to keep alive:Do not adultery commit;Advantage rarely comes of it:Thou shalt not steal; an empty feat,When its so lucrative to cheat:Bear not false witness: let the lieHave time on its own wings to fly:Thou shalt not covet; but traditionApproves all forms of competition. The sum of all is, thou shalt love,If any body, God above:At any rate shall never labourMore than thyself to love thy neighbour.

Thou shalt have one God only; whoWould be at the expense of

Summary

This quote presents a satirical interpretation of the Ten Commandments, highlighting the contradictions and hypocrisies in human behavior. It suggests that society often values material wealth and self-interest over moral values and religious teachings. The quote emphasizes the need to prioritize love for God and one's neighbors, but suggests that people often fail to do so due to their pursuit of personal gain and social recognition. Ultimately, it serves as a critique of society's distorted priorities and the lack of genuine love and compassion in human interactions.

By Arthur H. Clough

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