Fear is the parent of cruelty. - Hugo Grotius

"Fear is the parent of cruelty."

Hugo Grotius Fear

Jurist Political Theorist Dutch 1583–1645

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"War is the kingdom of accident."

"He who wishes to be obeyed must know how to command."

"Good faith is the foundation of justice."

"The welfare of the people shall be the supreme law."

"Face your fears with courage."

"You can't live your life in fear."

"Snakes. Why'd it have to be snakes?"

"Fear is just another obstacle to overcome."