Sayings

A just war is better than an unjust peace

This page is about the saying "A just war is better than an unjust peace"

Possible meaning:
Fighting between countries for a fair and good cause is better than no fighting in a situation that is unfair.

Note:
just (adj.) = based on what is fair or morally right | war (noun) = fighting or armed conflict between countries | unjust (adj.) = not based on what is fair or morally right | peace (noun) = quiet and tranquillity; freedom from war | Compare: "An unjust peace is better than a just war." - Marcus Tullius Cicero (106BC-43BC)

Quick Quiz

If the saying "A just war is better than an unjust peace" is right, which of the following is preferable?

a. just a war

b. no war, under an unjust rule

c. war for a valid reason
a) just a war b) no war, under an unjust rule c) war for a valid reason
A just war is better than an unjust peace

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Contributor: Josef Essberger