Quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti

Hitler and Mussolini were only the primary spokesmen for the attitude of domination and craving for power that are in the heart of almost everyone. Until the source is cleared, there will always be confusion and hate, wars and class antagonisms.

Hitler and Mussolini were only the primary spokesmen for the

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This quote suggests that Hitler and Mussolini were not unique in their desire for domination and power, but rather representative of a broader human tendency. It implies that these negative traits exist in the hearts of most individuals, leading to confusion, hatred, wars, and conflicts between social classes. The quote further suggests that until the root causes of these tendencies are identified and addressed, these issues will persist.

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By Jiddu Krishnamurti

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