Let me tell you something that we Israelis have against Moses. He took us 40 years through the desert in order to bring us to the one spot in the Middle East that has no oil!
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We don't thrive on military acts. We do them because we have to, and thank God we are efficient.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects the necessity of military action as a means of survival rather than a pursuit of excellence.
Golda Meir expresses the idea that military actions are undertaken out of necessity rather than a desire for glory or to prove strength. She acknowledges that these actions, while often viewed negatively, are executed with efficiency when absolutely required for the defense and survival of a nation. This speaks to the complex nature of conflict where the intent is not to thrive but to ensure existence and safety.
Themes
MilitaryNecessitySurvivalEfficiencyConflict
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech addressing military personnel, this quote could emphasize the importance of their actions while acknowledging the need for peace.
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