The people are urged to be patriotic ... by sacrificing their own children. Patriotism requires allegiance to the flag, which means obedience and readiness to kill father, mother, brother, sister.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Patriotism demands sacrificing children and obeying orders to kill others.
- In plain terms
- Patriotism asks people to kill and sacrifice family.
- What can you take from it?
- Question demands of national loyalty.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is the cost of patriotism?
- Should loyalty mean obedience to kill?
Another view
Patriotism can also inspire positive community service.
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