Believe Quote by Andrew Plotkin
“I believe there's something in the Bible about 'Thou shalt not call anyone insane who owns and is competent with more firearms than you own sharp sticks.'”
About This Quote
Source Forum Post: RPG Design Discussion, 2019
Critiques the idea that owning more firearms than others is a measure of competence, using biblical phrasing.
In simple terms: More guns don’t equal competence.
Key Takeaway
Judge skill, not weapon count.
Themes
technology
ethics
power dynamics
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
debate
When to use this quote
- self‑defense law
- military policy
- gaming balance
- political debate
Key Concepts
weapon ownership
competence assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines competence beyond tools?
- How do cultural narratives shape weapon ownership?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on arms can ignore other abilities.
