Bears Quote by Douglas MacArthur
“This does not mean that you are warmongers. On the contrary, the soldier above all other people prays for peace, for he must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war. But always in our ears ring the ominous words of Plato, that wisest of all philosophers: "Only the dead have seen the end of war.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Nation, 1950 (hypothetical)
Soldiers seek peace despite bearing war’s deepest wounds; even philosophers note war’s endless nature.
In simple terms: Warriors pray for peace while suffering.
Key Takeaway
Remember the human cost of conflict.
Themes
war
peace
humanity
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- military leadership
- diplomacy
- peace negotiations
- veteran support
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
military history
Questions to Reflect On
- What does peace look like for those who fight?
- How can societies honor soldiers while pursuing peace?
A Different Perspective
Peace may be unattainable without systemic change.
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