Paranormal-romance Quote by Kresley Cole
““Wicked Abyss, page 279, Lila, Princess Calliope of Sylvan to Abyssian "Sian" Infernas, King of Pandemonia "There's a face to the violence you love so much, a cost that the Morior never have to pay. Why wouldn't you love war? You never feel the toll like the rest of us.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Lila, Princess Calliope of Sylvan to Abyssian "Sian" Infernas, King of Pandemonia, page 279
The quote highlights the paradox of loving war, noting that those who profit from violence avoid its personal costs, unlike ordinary people who bear its toll.
In simple terms: Loving war hides its true cost from those who benefit.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the hidden suffering behind conflict.
Themes
war
morality
human cost
power
complicity
Mood
conflicted
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- military leadership
- political decision making
- media coverage of conflict
- personal relationships with soldiers
- peace activism
Key Concepts
Ethics
psychology
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you consider the unseen victims of conflict?
- How does personal distance affect one's view of war?
A Different Perspective
It ignores the complex motivations and systemic pressures that drive individuals toward war.
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