proverb · Words worth keeping
Peace is better than the most just war.
Peace is better than the most just war.
Understand the thought
Meaning in plain English
Peace preferred even to a war called most just gives avoiding conflict a strong moral priority. The saying questions the costs hidden by a justified-war label.
Example
A discussion considers whether a proposed peace protects affected people instead of relying only on a favourable label.
Deeper explanation and when to use it
This is an ethical position rather than proof that every apparent peace is fair or safe. A responsible discussion considers coercion, protection and the people affected. The statement does not require someone to endure harm quietly or provide a procedure for resolving a particular conflict.
When to use it
Use it as one ethical argument for peace with justice and protection considered.
Keep in mind
No universal resolution of conflict or duty to accept oppressive conditions is established.
An interpretation of the words, not a claim about their earliest origin.
Attribution & collection notes
- Author or tradition
- Traditional
Attribution: traditional - Country attributed
- Not established
A country attribution does not establish the earliest origin. - Historical period
- Date unknown
- Culture
- Latin