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One murder made a villain, Millions a hero
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"One murder made a villain, Millions a hero"

- Beilby Porteus

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This quote by Beilby Porteus is a commentary on the power of popular opinion and how it can shape the understanding of an individual. It recommends that one act of murder can make a person a villain in the eyes of the public, while millions of acts of heroism can make an individual a hero. This quote is a pointer that popular opinion can be fickle and that it is not constantly an accurate reflection of a person's character. It also implies that the general public can be easily swayed by sensationalized stories which it is essential to look beyond the headings to get a more accurate image of an individual's character. Eventually, this quote works as a suggestion that public opinion need to not be taken as gospel which it is important to look beyond the surface to get a much better understanding of a person's character.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Beilby Porteus between May 8, 1731 and May 13, 1809. He/she was a famous Clergyman from United Kingdom. The author also have 3 other quotes.

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