Good war Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“I have been apt to think that there has never been, nor ever will be, any such thing as a good war, or a bad peace.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: On War and Peace, Benjamin Franklin, 1775
War is never good and peace is never wholly bad; both have complex moral dimensions.
In simple terms: War isn’t good; peace isn’t perfect.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the nuance in conflict and resolution.
Themes
ethics
politics
conflict
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- diplomacy
- policy making
- personal disputes
Key Concepts
moral relativism
peace studies
Questions to Reflect On
- When is war morally defensible?
- How can peace be improved?
A Different Perspective
War can be justified under certain conditions; peace can be fraught with injustice.
