Quote by Martin Luther

No one need think that the world can be ruled without blood. The civil sword shall and must be red and bloody.

No one need think that the world can be ruled without blood.

Summary

This quote suggests that those who believe it is possible to govern the world peacefully and without conflict are naive. It asserts that violence is an inevitable and necessary component of ruling, stating that the sword of authority must be stained with blood to maintain order and control. In essence, the quote implies that power cannot be established and maintained without the use of force.

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