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“The war was about everything, it was everything, and the question of where it came from was meaningless. There was only the question of how to live through it.” quote by Brian Francis Slattery
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““The war was about everything, it was everything, and the question of where it came from was meaningless. There was only the question of how to live through it.””

Brian Francis Slattery

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Last Days of New Paris, 2016

War consumes everything, making origins irrelevant; survival becomes the sole focus.

In simple terms: War erases purpose, leaving only survival.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize humane living amid chaos.

Themes

war existence meaninglessness

Mood

somber reflective

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • conflict zones
  • refugee experiences
  • ethical decision‑making

Key Concepts

nihilism survival ethics humanism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What moral choices persist in war?
  • How can societies retain purpose after devastation?
A Different Perspective

Survival focus may ignore moral responsibilities.

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