Cannons and fire-arms are cruel and damnable machines; I…
“Cannons and fire-arms are cruel and damnable machines; I believe them to have been the direct suggestion of the Devil. If Adam had seen in a vision the horrible instruments his children were to invent, he would have died of grief.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Weapons are evil, possibly divinely inspired; Adam would have grieved at their invention.
In simple terms: Weapons are cruel, seen as devilish.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for peace and non‑violence.
Themes
theology
ethics
violence
Mood
solemn
critical
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- religious reform
- pacifism
- education
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
historical context
Questions to Reflect On
- What moral arguments oppose weaponry?
- How does faith influence views on violence?
A Different Perspective
Historical context differs.