Angel Quote by Laini Taylor
“Have you ever asked yourself,do monsters make war, or does war make monsters? I've seen things, angel. There are guerrilla armies that make little boys kill thier own families. Such acts rip out the soul and make space for beasts to grow inside. Armies need beasts, don't they? Pet beasts, to do their terrible work! And the worst part is, it's almost impossible to retrieve a soul that has been ripped away. Almost." He gave Akiva a keen look."But it can be done, if ever...if ever you decide to go looking for yours."___Izil”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Daughter of Smoke and Bone, Laini Taylor, 2011
The quote explores how war dehumanizes people, turning them into monsters, and questions whether conflict creates monsters or monsters cause war, highlighting the loss of humanity in violence.
In simple terms: War turns people into monsters, and monsters fuel war, destroying souls.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and resist dehumanization in conflict.
Themes
war
humanity
dehumanization
conflict
psychology
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
philosophical
critical
literary
When to use this quote
- military recruitment
- child soldiers
- post‑war rehabilitation
- peacebuilding
- psychological counseling
Key Concepts
Moral decay
identity loss
trauma
Questions to Reflect On
- How does dehumanization affect combatants and civilians?
- What can restore humanity after conflict?
A Different Perspective
The statement may oversimplify complex socio‑political causes of war.
