He who has an opinion of his own, but depends upon the opinion and taste of others, is a slave.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Klopstock says depending on others opinions makes you a slave.
- In plain terms
- Relying on others for opinion enslaves you.
- What can you take from it?
- Own your views or be enslaved.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Whose opinions rule you?
- Can you think alone?
Another view
Collaboration helps; this targets total dependency.
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