Human, All Too Human, Part 70 summary
Part 70 of 152 · 1 min to read the part
In 70, the speaker argues that an execution pains us more than a murder because of its cold procedure, distressing preparation, and use of a person to frighten others. The argument shifts guilt away from the murderer toward teachers, parents, surroundings, and ourselves as sources of the conditions that predispose someone to murder.
What happens
- The speaker asks why an execution causes more pain than a murder.
- The answer points to the executioner's coldness, the preparations, and the use of a person to intimidate others.
- The speaker argues that execution does not punish guilt, even if guilt exists.
- The speaker locates responsibility in the circumstances that shape the murderer, including teachers, parents, surroundings, and ourselves.
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What to notice
The question frames the distinction between murder and execution. It directs attention to the cold procedure and deliberate intimidation that make execution painful to observers.
Quick check
What does the speaker identify as one reason execution causes greater pain?
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