Add Quote by Barbara Kingsolver
“Vengeance does not subtract any numbers from the equation of murder; it only adds them.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Poisonwood Bible, 1998
Vengeance multiplies harm rather than erasing it, adding more suffering to the cycle of violence.
In simple terms: Revenge adds more pain.
Key Takeaway
Choose forgiveness over retaliation.
Themes
justice
violence
forgiveness
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
moral
reflective
When to use this quote
- family disputes
- political conflicts
- personal betrayals
- social movements
Key Concepts
ethics
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives to revenge exist?
- How can you break cycles of violence?
A Different Perspective
Seeking justice may be harder without revenge.
