Peace Quote by Siegfried Sassoon
““Let no one ever from henceforth say a word in any way countenancing war. It is dangerous even to speak of how here and there the individual may gain some hardship of soul by it. For war is hell and those who institute it are criminals.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Counter-Attack” from The Old Huntsman by Siegfried Sassoon, 1917
War is portrayed as morally corrupt and spiritually damaging; those who start it are criminal.
In simple terms: War harms souls and is evil.
Key Takeaway
Reject war, seek peace.
Themes
war
morality
humanity
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- military service
- political debate
- peace activism
- education curricula
Key Concepts
pacifism
ethical responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- Can societies ever justify war?
- What personal actions can oppose war?
A Different Perspective
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