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It is notorious that no war between countries elicits as…

“It is notorious that no war between countries elicits as much hate and cruelty as civil war, in which there is no lack of acquaintance between the two warring sides.” quote by Erich Fromm
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“It is notorious that no war between countries elicits as much hate and cruelty as civil war, in which there is no lack of acquaintance between the two warring sides.”

Erich Fromm

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Civil wars breed intense hatred because combatants know each other personally.

In simple terms: Civil war intensifies hate.

Key Takeaway

Recognize shared humanity.

Themes

war hate civil conflict

Mood

somber thoughtful

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • peacebuilding
  • education
  • reconciliation programs
  • media coverage

Key Concepts

Social identity psychology of conflict

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does familiarity affect conflict?
  • What can reduce animosity?
A Different Perspective

Not all civil wars are identical.

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