Quote by Simone Weil

As soon as men know that they can kill without fear of punishment or blame, they kill or at least they encourage killers with approving smiles.

As soon as men know that they can kill without fear of punis

Summary

This quote by French philosopher Simone Weil suggests that when people believe they can get away with killing others without facing consequences or moral condemnation, either directly or indirectly, they may engage in or support such acts. Weil highlights the dangerous potential within human nature to condone or incentivize violence when there is no accountability. She encourages taking responsibility for the consequences of our actions and emphasizes the importance of a just and ethical society that punishes wrongdoing to discourage further violence.

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