Another day Quote by Paul Hoffman
““Sometimes, war being the unjust and drastic creature it is, those in whom he invested hopes took an arrow in the chest, the useless, by chance, thrived to irritate him another day.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of War: A Novel, 2015
War is portrayed as an irrational force that harms even its supporters, and chance can cause the seemingly useless to survive and continue its influence.
In simple terms: War harms all, even its backers; chance lets the weak persist.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the irrationality of conflict and the role of chance.
Themes
war
irrationality
chance
survival
influence
Mood
cynical
reflective
serious
Type
analytical
critical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- military strategy
- political decisions
- personal relationships
- media narratives
Key Concepts
philosophy of conflict
randomness
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How does chance affect the outcomes of conflicts?
- Can recognizing war's irrationality change our response?
A Different Perspective
War's impact is not always logical; outcomes can be unpredictable.
