Evil Quote by Bernard Lown
“I see nuclear weapons as the ultimate evil, not just evil, but the ultimate evil with the potential to make life unlivable on this planet.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nobel Peace Prize Lecture, 1995
Nuclear weapons possess destructive power that threatens all life, making them the ultimate moral evil.
In simple terms: Nuclear arms can end life on Earth.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the existential risk of nuclear war.
Themes
ethics
peace
security
Mood
somber
urgent
Type
philosophical
activist
When to use this quote
- policy making
- international relations
- public advocacy
- education on disarmament
Key Concepts
deterrence
mutually assured destruction
existential risk
global stability
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can reduce nuclear proliferation?
- How can societies balance security and moral concerns?
A Different Perspective
Even without nuclear weapons, other threats remain.
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