Deeds Quote by Miroslav Volf
“To triumph fully, evil needs two victories, not one. The first victory happens when an evil deed is perpetrated; the second victory, when evil is returned. After the first victory, evil would die if the second victory did not infuse it with new life.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Theology of Evil, Miroslav Volf, 2015
Evil persists by repeating its harm and then being reinforced by retaliation.
In simple terms: Evil thrives on repeated harm and revenge.
Key Takeaway
Break cycles of retaliation.
Themes
ethics
violence
justice
Mood
critical
serious
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- personal relationships
- legal systems
- media narratives
- community building
Key Concepts
theology
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies address both the act and its retaliation?
- What personal steps stop the cycle of revenge?
A Different Perspective
Addressing only the initial act without confronting retaliation may sustain evil.
