Arms Quote by Shirin Ebadi
“Unfortunately, violence begets violence. And this is how the war on terrorism seems to be going at this juncture. A lot of people are losing their lives. Many children are losing their parents. Too many houses are being destroyed. And, unfortunately, the arms industry seems to flourish.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address on terrorism, 2010
Violence breeds more violence, causing widespread suffering and profit for arms dealers.
In simple terms: Violence leads to more violence and suffering.
Key Takeaway
Seek non‑violent solutions.
Themes
war
violence
human cost
industry
peace
Mood
somber
urgent
Type
political
humanitarian
When to use this quote
- policy debate
- humanitarian aid
- peace activism
- community rebuilding
Key Concepts
cycle of retaliation
humanitarian impact
military‑industrial complex
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies break the cycle of retaliation?
- What alternatives exist to armed conflict?
A Different Perspective
Non‑violent approaches often face political resistance.
