I come bearing an olive branch in one hand, and the freedom fighter's gun in the other. Do not let the olive branch fall from my hand.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Arafat presents a dual approach of peace and armed resistance, urging the world not to let his peace efforts fail.
- In plain terms
- He offers peace but warns he will fight if peace is rejected.
- What can you take from it?
- Peace efforts should be supported before resorting to force.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is armed resistance justified?
- How do we value peace over force?
Another view
It frames violence as a legitimate alternative to peace.
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