Israel Quote by David Ben-Gurion
“From Jewish terrorism against Arabs it is a short step to Jewish terrorism against Jews.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 1950s, Israel
The statement warns that targeting one group can quickly expand to violence against the same people, highlighting the slippery slope of hatred.
In simple terms: Hatred spreads to all sides.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and stop early escalation.
Themes
conflict
hatred
escalation
Mood
tense
reflective
Type
political
warning
When to use this quote
- political rhetoric
- interfaith dialogue
- community policing
- education programs
Key Concepts
group identity
cycle of violence
Questions to Reflect On
- How does hatred become self‑destructive?
- What steps can prevent retaliation?
A Different Perspective
It may oversimplify complex geopolitical dynamics.
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