What we want is to see the child in pursuit of knowledge, and not knowledge in pursuit of the child.
George Bernard ShawRead
Until the men of action clear out the talkers we who have social consciences are at the mercy of those who have none.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Action is necessary to ensure that social responsibilities are addressed, rather than being left to mere talk.
This quote by George Bernard Shaw highlights the importance of action over idle talk when it comes to social conscience. It suggests that individuals who are active and take initiative must step forward to ensure that those who talk about social issues but do not take action do not dominate the conversation or outcome. Thus, it emphasizes the need for proactive measures to make meaningful changes in society.
Themes
ActionSocial ConscienceTalkChangeInitiative
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech, one could use this quote to urge the audience to take action on social issues rather than just discussing them.
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