He isn't a killer. He just wins - thoroughly.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He is not motivated by killing but by winning completely and decisively.
- In plain terms
- His goal is total victory, not just killing.
- What can you take from it?
- Total victory can be more important than violence itself.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is winning enough if it costs lives?
- Can you win without killing?
Another view
Winning thoroughly can still cause immense destruction.
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