War is the business of barbarians.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- War is described as something primitive and uncivilized.
- In plain terms
- War is a violent and uncivilized activity.
- What can you take from it?
- War is seen as a primitive and destructive enterprise.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is war ever civilized?
- Does war prove humanity is primitive?
Another view
War is sometimes viewed as a necessary tool for defense or justice.
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