“A sword never kills anybody; it is a tool”
— Lucius Annaeus Seneca
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A sword by itself can't hurt anyone; it's just an object. It's the person using the sword who decides what happens. Think about a kitchen knife: it’s used to prepare food, but it can be dangerous in the wrong hands. In history, guns and other weapons don't cause harm on their own; it's the people using them that make decisions leading to violence or safety. This idea teaches us that tools and objects aren't the problem, but how we choose to use them is what's important. If someone uses their tools or skills for good, they can make a positive impact on the world.
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