It is the dissimilarities and inequalities among men which give rise to the notion of honor; as such differences become less, it grows feeble; and when they disappear, it will vanish too.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Honor exists because of inequality; equality weakens the concept.
- In plain terms
- Honor comes from differences between people; equality kills it.
- What can you take from it?
- Equality and honor are often in tension.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does equality reduce honor?
- Where do you see honor today?
Another view
Honor can exist in groups even without broad social inequality.
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