Tyrant Quotes
Lines on rule, resistance, and what outlasts a tyrant.
These tyrant quotes cover the abstract and the historical — one contrasts how a tyrant's rule ends at death while a martyr's influence only begins, another marks a ruler's fall with the line that Iraq is free. The framing is Against tyranny in the abstract, not any one side.
The tyrant dies and his rule is over, the martyr dies and his rule begins.
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I didn't want to kill a man. I'm not capable of killing a man. I wanted to kill a tyrant.
Against Quotes
In order to have the stuff of a tyrant, a certain mental derangement is necessary.
It was known in the mid 90s already that Saddam Hussein was a dangerous tyrant that he had already launched aggressions against Iran, he had invaded Kuwait.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do these tyrant quotes reference a specific historical event?
What is the distinction drawn in the 'tyrant dies... martyr dies' quote?
Is there a quote that calls something other than a ruler a tyrant?
What does the 'kill a man... kill a tyrant' quote mean?
What overall theme connects these tyrant quotes?
One quote goes further, describing the difference between wanting to kill a man and wanting to kill a tyrant. For related reflection on resistance, see our Capable quotes.
