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“Du kan ikke forsvare drap eller tortur i seg selv, men verden er faktisk slik at noen ganger må du velge det minste av to onder.” quote by Torbjørn Øverland Amundsen
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““Du kan ikke forsvare drap eller tortur i seg selv, men verden er faktisk slik at noen ganger må du velge det minste av to onder.””

Torbjørn Øverland Amundsen

About This Quote

One cannot defend murder or torture in themselves, yet sometimes one must choose the lesser of two evils.

In simple terms: Choosing the lesser evil may be necessary despite moral conflicts.

Key Takeaway

Accept that moral choices can be painful.

Themes

ethics dilemma morality choice conflict

Mood

thoughtful grave philosophical

Type

Gang:0

When to use this quote

  • war decisions
  • legal judgments
  • personal moral choices

Key Concepts

philosophy political theory human rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is choosing the lesser evil justified?
  • What alternatives exist?
A Different Perspective

Choosing the lesser evil can normalize harm.

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