I hate Indians. They are a beastly people with a beastly religion.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author expresses strong prejudice against a specific group and their faith.
- In plain terms
- A harsh judgment against people and their religion.
- What can you take from it?
- Prejudice limits understanding.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do biases shape views?
- Why critique past leaders?
Another view
This reflects offensive views common in its time.
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