Goals Quote by Shimon Peres
““Peace is a purpose—a goal worthy of the chase, while war is a function—born out of reluctant necessity.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Peace Summit, 1999
Peace is a purposeful aim worth pursuing, whereas war arises from reluctant necessity.
In simple terms: Peace is a goal; war is a reluctant necessity.
Key Takeaway
Pursue peace actively.
Themes
peace
purpose
conflict
Mood
hopeful
serious
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- international diplomacy
- conflict resolution
- policy making
Key Concepts
political theory
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes peace worth the effort?
- When is war unavoidable?
A Different Perspective
Peace may be idealistic in complex realities.
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