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“The conquer'd, also, and enslaved by war, Shall, with their freedom lost, all virtue lose.” quote by John Milton
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“The conquer'd, also, and enslaved by war, Shall, with their freedom lost, all virtue lose.”

John Milton

About This Quote

Source Poem: Paradise Lost, Book I, 1667

War strips away freedom, causing loss of virtue and moral decay.

In simple terms: War destroys freedom and virtue.

Key Takeaway

Seek peace over conflict.

Themes

war freedom virtue

Mood

somber reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • peace negotiations
  • conflict resolution training
  • historical analysis

Key Concepts

moral philosophy political theory human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does war affect societal values?
  • What alternatives exist to war?
A Different Perspective

Peace may be unattainable in some contexts.

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