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Civil strife is as much a greater evil than a concerted war effort as war itself is worse than peace
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"Civil strife is as much a greater evil than a concerted war effort as war itself is worse than peace"

- Herodotus

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Herodotus' quote is a reflection on the devastating power of civil strife. He is recommending that civil strife is a higher evil than a concerted war effort, and that war itself is worse than peace. He is emphasizing the significance of peace and unity, and the destructive consequences of civil discontent. He is cautioning versus the risks of civil strife, which can lead to a breakdown of order and the damage of a society. He is likewise suggesting that war is a last resort, and that it ought to be prevented if possible. His words are a suggestion that peace is more effective to war, and that civil strife must be avoided at all expenses. His words are a pointer that peace is the only method to guarantee a flourishing and secure future.

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Herodotus This quote is written / told by Herodotus between 484 BC and 425 BC. He was a famous Historian from Greece. The author also have 39 other quotes.

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