All the gods are dead except the god of war.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- War is the only dominant force or belief system that remains powerful in modern society.
- In plain terms
- Only war matters now that other beliefs are gone.
- What can you take from it?
- War remains the most powerful force in human society.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What forces shape society?
- Is war inevitable?
Another view
Other cultural values still hold significant sway globally.
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