Blood Quote by Michel Faber
“You want Paradise, you gotta build it on war, on blood, on envy and naked greed.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Book of Strange New Things, Michel Faber, 2014
Paradise is built upon conflict, bloodshed, envy, and greed, suggesting a dark foundation for utopia.
In simple terms: Utopia often rests on suffering.
Key Takeaway
Recognize hidden costs of idealism.
Themes
power
corruption
utopia
Mood
critical
somber
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political movements
- war
- economic systems
Key Concepts
Moral compromise
social hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- Can true paradise exist without sacrifice?
- What ethical lines are crossed for a perceived greater good?
A Different Perspective
May be overly cynical.
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