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“There are no circumstances imaginable, not even victory, under which the proletariat should give up its possession of arms.” quote by Karl Marx
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“There are no circumstances imaginable, not even victory, under which the proletariat should give up its possession of arms.”

Karl Marx

About This Quote

Source Speech: Political Treatise, Karl Marx, 19th century

Armed proletariat is essential; no victory justifies surrendering weapons.

In simple terms: Workers must keep arms.

Key Takeaway

Defend collective power.

Themes

politics revolution rights

Mood

serious determined

Type

ideological political

When to use this quote

  • labor movements
  • political activism
  • civil unrest

Key Concepts

class struggle self‑defense

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is armed resistance always justified?
  • What alternatives exist for protecting rights?
A Different Perspective

Violence may cause harm.

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