Quote by Samuel Johnson

As peace is the end of war, it is the end, likewise, of preparations for war; and he may be justly hunted down, as the enemy of mankind, that can choose to snatch, by violence and bloodshed, what gentler means can equally obtain


As peace is the end of war, it is the end, likewise, of prep

Summary

This quote suggests that when peace is achieved, the need for war and preparations for war cease to exist. It argues that anyone who resorts to violence and bloodshed to obtain something that can be acquired through peaceful means is an enemy of humanity and should be condemned. Essentially, the quote emphasizes the importance of peaceful resolutions and condemns aggression and conflict as unnecessary and harmful.

By Samuel Johnson
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