Quote by Heinrich Heine

Wherever they burn books they will also, in the end, burn human beings.

Wherever they burn books they will also, in the end, burn hu

Summary

This quote, often attributed to German writer Heinrich Heine, implies a connection between the act of burning books and the destruction of humanity. Beyond the literal meaning, it suggests that the suppression of knowledge, ideas, and free expression can lead to a society's moral decay, devaluation of human life, and even acts of violence. By burning books, the quote suggests, societies initiate a dangerous path towards a disregard for intellectual discourse, critical thinking, and ultimately the basic value and preservation of human life.

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Censorship

By Heinrich Heine

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