All kinds Quote by Robert Greene
“I hate the way war is seen as something inherently brutal and ugly. Yes, much of war brings out the worst part of our [people's] nature. But in war, all kinds of noble human traits have been developed, such as discipline, cohesion, pride.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The 48 Laws of Power, Robert Greene, 1998
War reveals both humanity’s darkest impulses and its capacity for honor, discipline, and unity, showing that conflict can forge noble qualities alongside brutality.
In simple terms: War shows both cruelty and noble traits like discipline and pride.
Recognize that conflict can produce both destruction and growth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- military leadership
- team building
- crisis management
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance the noble outcomes of war with its inherent brutality?
- Can societies cultivate discipline without conflict?
War also causes suffering, loss, and moral compromise that can outweigh its positive aspects.