All other governments are seen as conspiracies of the rich to keep the common people in subjection. Furthermore, it should be recognized, Hythloday declares, that the elimination of money would have the effect of reducing all manner of conflicts among the population — rivalries, thefts, frauds, murders, treason, and witchcraft.
The teachings of Christ would have implanted the system of the Utopians in every civilized nation if it were not for pride. It is pride that leads a man to make comparisons between his condition and that of another man and that brings him a feeling of satisfaction in recognizing his superiority over his neighbor in property or in show. "This is that infernal serpent that creeps into the breasts of mortals, . . ."
Together with those advantages already noted, the Utopian system offers this added feature: It insures them against insurrection and prevents foreign usurpation. In conclusion, Hythloday exclaims, "Would that all nations would adopt the rule of the Utopians!"
