It will be you—-you who urge us on to battle you who…
““It will be you—-you who urge us on to battle you who incite us against ourselves you who would have one cobbler kill another cobbler you who would have one man who works kill another man who works you who would have one human being who wants only to live kill another human being who wants only to live. Remember this. Remember this well you people who plan for war. Remember this you patriots you fierce ones you spawners of hate you inventors of slogans. Remember this as you have never remembered anything else in your lives.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
War rhetoric manipulates people to turn against each other, destroying humanity.
In simple terms: War incites hatred and self‑destruction.
Key Takeaway
Reject divisive language and seek peace.
Themes
war
hate
humanity
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- political speeches
- media commentary
- educational curricula
- peacebuilding workshops
Key Concepts
propaganda
psychology of conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- What fuels your own biases?
- How can you promote empathy in heated debates?
A Different Perspective
Some may view conflict as necessary for change.