Evil Quote by Theodore Parker
“Did not Jesus say, resist not evil — with evil? Is not war the worst form of that evil.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Moral Imperative of Nonviolence, 1855
Violence cannot be answered with more violence; war exemplifies the deepest evil.
In simple terms: Violence be evil. evil.... violence violence violence violence; and peace andviolent means.
Key Takeaway
Consider nonviolent solutions before resorting to conflict.
Themes
ethics
war
nonviolence
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- political protest
- international diplomacy
- personal disputes
- social activism
Key Concepts
pacifism
justice
Questions to Reflect On
- When is force justified, if ever?
- How can societies prevent escalation?
A Different Perspective
Nonviolent approaches may be impractical in self‑defense scenarios.
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