Killers of the Flower Moon: Brutal Retaliation IS Morally Justified by The Osage

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“An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind.”

This familiar quote attributed to Mahatma Gandhi encapsulates the ongoing philosophical debate about the ethics of retaliation. It’s a topic that is as old as philosophy itself, and yet, it remains as relevant today as it was in ancient times.

The recent movie, Killers of the Flower Moon, provides a new and compelling lens through which to view this debate.

This article will delve into the complex moral landscape surrounding the notion of justified retaliation, guided by rigorous philosophical concepts and the narrative of the movie.

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The Case for Retaliation

Retaliation, in its essence, is a reaction to an action, often in the form of revenge or punishment. The argument for its moral justification hinges on three main pillars: necessity, deterrence, and justice.

Necessity

When a group of people, like the Osage in Killers of the Flower Moon, is systematically oppressed and murdered, they may find…