Civil war Quote by Steven Erikson
““The Pannion Domin … why are we sparing a mole’s ass for some upstart zealots? These things burn out. Every time. They implode. The scroll scribblers take over – they always do – and start arguing obscure details of the faith. Sects form. Civil war erupts, and there it is, just one more dead flower trampled on history’s endless road.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Malazan Book of the Fallen, The Crippled God, 2009
Power struggles lead to endless cycles of conflict, sect formation, and loss of progress.
In simple terms: Power leads to endless conflict and loss.
Key Takeaway
Beware repeating patterns of division.
Themes
power
conflict
history
religion
society
Mood
cynical
reflective
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- political analysis
- academic study
- strategic planning
Key Concepts
political cycles
religious zeal
historical repetition
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies break cycles of sectarian conflict?
- What mechanisms prevent power from becoming self‑destructive?
A Different Perspective
History repeats when power is unchecked.
