Destruction Quote by Cosmo Gordon Lang
“Who can think without horror of what another widespread war would mean, waged as it would be with all the new weapons of mass destruction.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Threat of Modern Warfare, 1938
Imagining future wars with mass‑destruction weapons forces us to confront horror and the moral urgency to prevent such catastrophes.
In simple terms: Future wars with powerful weapons are terrifying and must be avoided.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for peace and responsible technology.
Themes
war
technology
ethics
Mood
somber
urgent
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- military planning
- public education
- peace activism
Key Concepts
deterrence
global security
humanitarianism
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do we have to limit destructive tech?
- How can societies prepare for unforeseen weapons?
A Different Perspective
Technological progress may outpace ethical safeguards.
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