Quote by Leo Tolstoy

War is so unjust and ugly that all who wage it must try to stifle the voice of conscience within themselves.

War is so unjust and ugly that all who wage it must try to s

Summary

This quote emphasizes the inherent contradiction of war, describing it as an unjust and ugly phenomenon. It suggests that those who actively participate in war, in order to overcome their own internal conflict, must suppress their conscience. By portraying war as fundamentally immoral, the quote criticizes the actions of individuals involved in warfare, implying that they must silence their inner sense of right and wrong in order to justify their participation in such a destructive and chaotic endeavor.

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War Conscience

By Leo Tolstoy

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