Corpses Quote by Steven Erikson
““Self-righteous wrath had planted more corpses in the ground than an empire could lay claim to,””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Malazan Book of the Fallen, 2000s
Powerful anger can cause more death than even a vast empire could claim.
In simple terms: Righteous anger kills many.
Key Takeaway
Beware letting anger dictate actions.
Themes
anger
power
violence
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
cautionary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- war
- political leadership
- personal vendettas
Key Concepts
moral decay
hubris
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders channel anger constructively?
- What checks prevent personal wrath from becoming widespread destruction?
A Different Perspective
Anger may be justified but still leads to unnecessary loss.
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