The mob still had anger in it, some of them at least. Yet there were so many who were sick of it all, many who were already ashamed, already discovering in their hearts the terrible acts they had performed tonight, when their souls were given over to the will of the mob.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Even in an angry mob, some people feel shame and regret for their actions.
- In plain terms
- Some mob members start to feel ashamed of the violence they committed.
- What can you take from it?
- Shame can arise even during collective violence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you feel remorse after group actions?
- How does shame stop violence?
Another view
Not all mob participants feel remorse; some double down.
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