Accidents Quote by David Zindell
“For war is never some cosmic accident descending upon a people with all the chance and inevitability of asteroids falling like fire out of the heavens, but only the will and work of man.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Broken God by David Zindell, 1993
War is a deliberate human construct, not a random cosmic event.
In simple terms: War is caused by people, not fate.
Key Takeaway
Recognize human agency in conflict.
Themes
war
human agency
responsibility
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
analytical
political
When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- military strategy
- peace activism
- education
- media reporting
Key Concepts
determinism
choice
political philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do societies justify war?
- What choices could prevent war?
A Different Perspective
Human nature and also conflict despite rational efforts.
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