Peace quote by Benjamin Franklin

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"Even peace may be purchased at too high a price"

- Benjamin Franklin

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This quote by Benjamin Franklin is a warning against the dangers of sacrificing too much in the pursuit of peace. It recommends that while peace is a desirable goal, it needs to not be pursued at any expense. The price of peace must not be so high that it causes more harm than great. It is very important to think about the effects of any action taken in the pursuit of peace, and to guarantee that the cost of attaining it is not too great. This quote functions as a suggestion that peace must not be pursued blindly, and that it is important to weigh the expenses and advantages of any action taken in its pursuit. It is also a pointer that peace is not constantly possible, which in some cases the cost of accomplishing it is too expensive.

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Benjamin Franklin This quote is written / told by Benjamin Franklin between January 17, 1706 and April 17, 1790. He was a famous Politician from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Peace. The author also have 162 other quotes.

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