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“It will have blood, they say; blood will have blood.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“It will have blood, they say; blood will have blood.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: Unknown (attributed)

Suggests that violence be to more violence, a cycle of retribution.

In simple terms: Blood begets blood.

Key Takeaway

Break the cycle of retaliation.

Themes

violence retribution justice

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • legal systems
  • personal disputes

Key Concepts

cycle of vengeance moral consequences

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is retaliation ever justified?
  • How can forgiveness replace vengeance?
A Different Perspective

Violence may be justified in self‑defense.

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