I write for one and only one purpose, to overcome the invincible ignorance of the traduced heart. I wish to speak to and for those who have had enough of the Social Lie, the Economics of Mass Murder, the Sexual Hoax, and the Domestication of Conspicuous Consumption.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes writing as a means to confront societal ignorance and injustice.
Kenneth Rexroth's quote reflects on the power of writing as a tool for addressing and challenging the deep-rooted misconceptions and moral failures in society. It highlights the author's intention to give voice to individuals who are weary of societal falsehoods, including issues related to economic exploitation, sexuality, and consumerism, suggesting that literature can provoke thought and inspire change.
In practice
During a public speaking event about social justice, one might quote this to emphasize the role of literature in confronting ignorance.
I'm trying to look at many, many things in modern life that I believe are going faster, and I'm trying to look at why they're going faster and what effect they have on us. We all know about FedEx and instant pudding, but it doesn't mean we've looked at all the consequences of our desire for speed.
There is no past we can bring back by longing for it. There is only an eternal now that builds and creates out of the past something new and better.
Who is there that can adequately gauge the greatness of the humility, gentleness, self-surrender, revealed by the Lord of majesty in assuming human nature, in accepting the punishment of death, the shame of the cross?
Everyone is tearing each other apart in the name of their personal god. And the irony is, by definition, they're probably worshiping the same god.
Today I know that all things are watching, that nothing goes unseen, that even wallpaper has a better memory than human beings.
Religion is the opiate of the people.
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