“An unjust peace is better than a just war”
— Marcus Tullius Cicero
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Simplified Meaning:
Picking a solution that avoids fighting, even if it isn't completely fair, is better than having a fair or justified reason to go to war. When people choose to live peacefully, they avoid the pain and damage that war brings. For example, imagine two neighbors arguing over a tree that's on the property line. Even if one neighbor is right about where the line is, it's better for them to find a way to share the tree or compromise, rather than destroying their relationship or going to court. Fighting, like in war, can hurt everyone involved. Peace, even if imperfect, keeps everyone safe and happy. By choosing to settle conflicts calmly, people can live their lives without the fear and destruction that comes with war.
