Aggression Quote by Janet Morris
“Revenge is never the best driver for a battle, but a common one.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Legend of the Sword, 1995
Revenge may motivate conflict, but it is rarely the most effective or noble strategy.
In simple terms: Revenge is a poor guide for conflict.
Key Takeaway
Pursue justice, not vengeance.
Themes
conflict
justice
revenge
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal disputes
- political negotiations
- military campaigns
Key Concepts
ethical decision‑making
war strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- When is revenge justified, if ever?
- What alternatives exist to retaliation?
A Different Perspective
Revenge can perpetuate cycles of violence.
![“Now they [the Powers] have started the aggression, and the extinction of our nation is imminent. If we just fold our arms and yield to them, I would have no face to see our ancestors after death. If we must perish, why not fight to the death?” quote by Empress Dowager Cixi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/947/empress-dowager-cixi-68177_after-death_now-they-the-powers-have-started-the-agg_53275.jpg)
