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Hate Quote by Homer

“There can be no covenants between men and lions, wolves and lambs can never be of one mind, but hate each other out and out an through.” quote by Homer
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““There can be no covenants between men and lions, wolves and lambs can never be of one mind, but hate each other out and out an through.””

Homer

About This Quote

Source Epic: The Iliad, Book 6, 8th century BC

He declares that humans and predators cannot share a mind, leading to perpetual mutual hatred.

In simple terms: Men and beasts cannot agree, so they hate each other.

Key Takeaway

Recognize inherent conflicts and seek peace despite differences.

Themes

conflict nature incompatibility

Mood

dramatic somber

Type

mythic ethical

When to use this quote

  • wildlife management
  • international relations
  • community building

Key Concepts

anthropology ethology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can cooperation ever exist between such groups?
  • What breaks the cycle of hatred?
A Different Perspective

Overgeneralizes animal behavior and human relations.

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