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“He that is the author of war lets loose the whole contagion of hell and opens a vein that bleeds a nation to death.” quote by Thomas Paine
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““He that is the author of war lets loose the whole contagion of hell and opens a vein that bleeds a nation to death.””

Thomas Paine

About This Quote

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

War is portrayed as a catalyst for widespread suffering and national ruin.

In simple terms: War spreads suffering and destroys nations.

Key Takeaway

Seek peaceful solutions over conflict.

Themes

war human suffering politics

Mood

somber critical

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • policy debates
  • peace activism
  • historical analysis

Key Concepts

political philosophy ethics of war national ruin

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is war ever justified to protect a nation?
  • How can societies prevent war’s contagion?
A Different Perspective

War may be justified by some as necessary.

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