Disregarded Quote by Kirby Page
“Tragic experience indicates that the most sacred obligations are utterly disregarded when their observance means losing the war.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Social Responsibility of the Church, 1935
War forces people to abandon sacred duties, showing that survival can trump moral obligations.
In simple terms: War can make people ignore sacred duties.
Key Takeaway
Balance moral duty with survival needs.
Themes
ethics
war
sacred duties
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- military decision‑making
- political leadership
- personal conscience
Key Concepts
moral conflict
prioritization
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- When should moral obligations yield to survival?
- How can societies protect sacred duties in conflict?
A Different Perspective
The quote may overlook those who uphold duties despite war.
