Quote by Leo Tolstoy

All violence consists in some people forcing others, under threat of suffering or death, to do what they do not want to do.

All violence consists in some people forcing others, under t

Summary

This quote emphasizes how violence is defined by one group imposing their will on others through coercion or the threat of harm or death. It underscores the idea that any form of violence ultimately involves the violation of individual autonomy and the disregard for the desires or rights of those being subjected to it. By highlighting the fundamental nature of violence as the imposition of unwanted actions or choices, this quote underscores the intrinsic injustice and inherent nature of control and dominance present in violent acts.

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By Leo Tolstoy

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