Quote by Henry David Thoreau

What is human warfare but just this an effort to make the laws of God and nature take sides with one party.

What is human warfare but just this an effort to make the la

Summary

This quote suggests that human warfare is essentially an attempt to justify one side by aligning it with the laws of God and nature. It implies that each party in a conflict seeks to believe that their cause is righteous and supported by higher powers, in order to legitimize their actions. Ultimately, it implies that the motivations behind warfare often involve invoking divine and natural laws to validate one's own perspective and garner support for their agenda.

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