Peace Quote by Beilby Porteus
“War its thousands slays, Peace its ten thousands.”
About This Quote
War kills many individuals, but peace, while seemingly benign, can lead to larger, often indirect, losses through neglect, complacency, or systemic failures.
In simple terms: Peace can cause more deaths than war.
Key Takeaway
Peaceful periods may mask hidden dangers.
Themes
war
peace
paradox
societal risk
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
paradoxical
historical
When to use this quote
- post‑conflict reconstruction
- public health policy
- economic downturns after wars
Key Concepts
hidden costs of stability
systemic vulnerability
Practical Applications
- monitor long‑term impacts of peace
- invest in resilient institutions
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms cause higher mortality in peace?
- How can societies mitigate hidden risks after conflict?
A Different Perspective
The statement may overgeneralize; peace often reduces overall mortality.
![“There is no fortune greater than peace; there is no force greater than peace; there is no excellent tapas greater than peace; there is no immortal life greater than [living in] peace.” quote by Muruganar](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/7fb/muruganar-62222_immortal-life_there-is-no-fortune-greater-than-peace-t_1485.jpg)
![“Vote for Donald Trump. You're going to see something and you'll be so happy, you'll be so thrilled. This [presidential] election is about every man, woman and child in our country who deserves to live in safety, prosperity and peace, so true.” quote by Donald Trump](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/18e/donald-trump-18_children_vote-for-donald-trump-you-re-going-to-se_1553.jpg)
