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What does it mean?
Destroying those who cannot fight back requires no skill or courage.
In plain terms
Hitting the weak is not a real challenge.
What can you take from it?
True strength protects the vulnerable.

Where it applies

  • using power
  • bullying
  • moral choices

Putting it to work

  • protect the weak
  • practice strength

Questions to consider

  • What defines real strength?
  • Why hurt the weak?

Another view

Some people still view overpowering the weak as strength.

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