Crime Quote by Sigmund Freud
“A belligerent state permits itself every such misdeed, every such act of violence, as would disgrace the individual.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Civilization and Its Discontents, 1930
Warns that aggressive states justify violence, mirroring personal moral decay
In simple terms: Violent states excuse cruelty, harming society
Key Takeaway
Recognize and resist collective aggression
Themes
ethics
politics
violence
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- international relations
- civil activism
Key Concepts
social contract
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does state aggression reflect individual morality?
- Can peace be maintained without confronting aggression?
A Different Perspective
State violence often masks underlying insecurities
