Peace Quote by Steven Erikson
““War needs no gods, only mortal contestants, two enemies and whatever reasons they invent in order to justify killing each other.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Malazan Book of the Fallen, 2000s
War is driven by human participants and invented justifications, not divine forces.
In simple terms: War is human, not godly.
Key Takeaway
Question the narratives that justify conflict.
Themes
conflict
human nature
justification
Mood
critical
serious
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political debates
- military training
- peace activism
- media analysis
Key Concepts
power
identity
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- What narratives do we accept to justify violence?
- How can we shift focus from justification to resolution?
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