Do u agree that to secure peace is to prepare for war?
478442
Well, having never been a fan of Metallica, I'm surprised to find such words of wisdom in a heavy metal lyric.  I give them credit.\n\nYes, the statement is correct. Remember, nation-states are simply extensions of the personality traits of those at the helm of the respective nation-states.  So, as long as there are people who seek to take advantage of others who are:  less-prepared, less-committed, more distracted, oblivious, etc..., and those who blindly follow them or allow their insidious pursuits by way of inaction, then war will be a reality.\n\nSo, by being in a state of readiness, a nation-state will send a clear message that they will not sit idly by whilst others engage in malicious, dominating activities directed toward either their own nation-state, or that of another.\n\nBeing 'ready' or 'prepared' simply sends the message that, malevolent, obtrusive actions will be met with repercussions.
236974
I think a more pertanant question would be are YOU ready for the world to end?
307793
It isn't a requirement, but I'll take it a step further. Four years in a combat zone. Only those who have witnessed war first-hand should be able to wage war.
650685
Sic vis pacem parabellum\n"If you desire peace, prepare for war."\n\nPeace is won through war, and can only be truly appreciated after it has been fought, bled, and died for. Being a pacifist will make you a victim. We can't just be the "nice guy" to the world and expect to be respected or taken seriously. Would you respect someone who just kisses everyone's a*s, even after he has been repeatedly kicked in the balls? I want peace (believe it or not), but not at the expense of our national sovereignty and dignity. Simply bowing to the demands of dictators and terrorists to avoid war isn't peace, that is scarcely better than slavery. I would rather die a free man with a gun in my hands than live for a hundred years by our enemy's permission. \n\nREMEMBER 9/11\nNEVER FORGIVE! NEVER FORGET!\nPEACE THROUGH VICTORY!
755457
nope. Are you ready to prevent the criminals who are trying to take over the country>
956911
Yes. Christians are to be peaceable with all men, are to love their enemies and pray for those who persecute them. The only warfare we wage is against Satan and his demons. Also we take the same stand as the apostles did--"we must obey God as ruler, rather than men" (ACTS 5:29) If any government demand that we go to war, we must refuse.
777521
Maybe. Depends on how things go over the next few months/years. Every day that passes is another day of peace or could be interpreted as another day to prepare for violence, etc.\nIts hard to know, sort of depends on how relations go in the next while.
382383
If mankind were meant to be perfect, we would resolve the world's problems in non-violent, diplomatic ways that would benefit all parties involved. Hell, if mankind were meant to be perfect, there would BE no terrorism or conflict. Too bad we aren't. In the meantime, I do agree with you, but there's nothing to be done, so unless you want to start one of hundreds of strikes that I'm sure are taking place all around the world against wars and everything - all of which are going unanswered, I must say - then I suggest that you deal, for we will never find a way out until we strive for the path of good.
821455
wat?! hell no. didnt they try to make peace a few years ago? that worked well.....\n\ni honestly dont think so
287261
The original phrase was "Igitur qui desiderat pacem, praeparet bellum." (igeetoor qwee dayseederaht pahkem, praypahret bellum), Therefore, he who desires peace should prepare for war.
461257
never war. there are personalities that are only good for war. send them in covertly. i like the idea to send in psycho muti life senence inmates in. arm em to the teeth & drop em into the palaces of whoever attacked us.
516444
No way! They're just going to cause more problems. It's like, 'You stab my back so I'll stab yours.' Where does the vicious cycle end? Do they really think that MORE war can bring peace? Retaliation is inevitable. If anything, the world situation's going to get worse.
477983
No,  But it should be.\n\nAny time we are at war it should be the most important issue until it's over.\n\nIt's a life and death thing.
399045
Nobody is willing to face a war.  We have so many treaties and organisations to nib it in budding stage itself.  Every nation wants to champion the cause of peace and many nations oppose the move to breach of peace.  The reason is  the big nations and developed nations will suffer great loss of life, man power, money, material, projects, food supply ,transport, communications etc. There will be no world or war thereafter.
1017803
Welcome to the Orwellian version of America.\n\nRemember always that "war is peace"
77050
I disagree with your premise that war has been the only means.  There has been many, many disagreements that have been worked out and resulted in treaties.\n \nTo me, it seems the world has been moving closer and closer to peace over time, until we (U.S.) were attacked.  That brought a realization that there is a different type of enemy lurking.  \n\nI wouldn't demonize you for wanting peace.  I would demonize you for not recognizing that war can be necessary from time to time, and that war now could bring about peace later.
559968
I think it depends.  If you are under fire during the war, you have to defend yourself and that could be killing the enemy.\nIf the commander ordered you to kill and burn the village, then you should not do it if you know you are a Christian and as a Christian you would not massacre innocent people.