Quote by Robert E. Lee

What a cruel thing war is... to fill our hearts with hatred instead of love for our neighbors.

What a cruel thing war is... to fill our hearts with hatred

Summary

This quote highlights the unyielding cruelty of war as it transforms our hearts, replacing love and compassion for our neighbors with hatred. It encapsulates the tragic consequence of conflicts that not only inflict physical harm on individuals but erode the very essence of humanity, turning humans against one another. In essence, it criticizes the destructive nature of war, calling attention to the devastating impact it has on our ability to foster a sense of unity and compassion among individuals.

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By Robert E. Lee

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