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Hatred as an element of the struggle; a relentless hatred of the enemy, impelling us over and beyond the natural limitations that man is heir to and transforming him into an effective, violent, selective and cold killing machine. Our soldiers must be thus; a people without hatred cannot vanquish a brutal enemy.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the necessity of hatred in the struggle against a ruthless enemy.
Che Guevara's quote speaks to the idea that hatred can serve as a driving force in conflicts, pushing individuals to overcome their inherent limitations and respond with violence and determination against a brutal adversary. Guevara posits that in order to triumph against an enemy characterized by brutality, soldiers must adopt a mindset devoid of compassion, presenting a chilling view of the psychological transformation that occurs in the heat of battle.
Themes
HatredStruggleSoldiersEnemyViolence
In practice
Example use cases
A speech during a military training session to motivate soldiers.
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