And enough for me that when my hand touched your shoulder, you leaned on me; and when you felt me slip away, you called my name.
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Any decent person who knows what warfare is can never go into battle with a whole heart.
Interpretation
What this quote means
War has a profound impact on the human spirit, making wholehearted participation difficult.
This quote by Orson Scott Card suggests that anyone with a moral understanding of the consequences of warfare cannot engage in it with complete sincerity or enthusiasm. The horrors and complexities of battle weigh heavily on one's conscience, preventing a pure-hearted approach to conflict.
Themes
WarfareMoralityConflictHeartBattle
In practice
Example use cases
Citing this quote in a discussion about the ethical implications of war.
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