Quote by Thomas Hobbes

War consisteth not in battle only, or the act of fighting; but in a tract of time, wherein the will to contend by battle is sufficiently known.

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Summary

This quote suggests that war is not solely defined by the physical act of battling or fighting. Instead, it encompasses a span of time during which the intention and determination to engage in battle are evident. It implies that war is not a momentary event but a prolonged state of conflict where the desire for combat is established and sustained. This understanding expands the concept of war beyond violence, highlighting the importance of the underlying mentality and willpower involved in engaging in such conflicts.

By Thomas Hobbes

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