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“I do not think... that any man has the right to take life. When he thinks he has he is at his most dangerous.” quote by William Horwood
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““I do not think... that any man has the right to take life. When he thinks he has he is at his most dangerous.””

William Horwood

About This Quote

Source Speech: Interview, 1994

Taking a life is a grave over; believing you have the right makes you most perilous.

In simple terms: Thinking you can kill makes you dangerous.

Key Takeaway

Question your moral authority before acting.

Themes

ethics power danger

Mood

serious reflective

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political decisions
  • self‑defense
  • judicial rulings
  • personal conflicts

Key Concepts

moral philosophy authority abuse

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you assess the morality of lethal force?
  • What safeguards prevent misuse of perceived rights?
A Different Perspective

Belief in a right does not justify violence.

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