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The analogy of shooting an arrow and painting the bullseye
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1:10:23 - 1:15:55 (05:31)

The analogy of shooting an arrow and painting the bullseye is used to describe the act of conquering the world to bring stability. Sometimes, a group of people or force has to come in and clear out the dead wood to rejuvenate society and move forward.

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The concept of historical arsonists is discussed in the context of societies needing to clear out dead wood and rejuvenate.
1:10:23 - 1:13:06 (02:42)
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Historical Arsonists
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The concept of historical arsonists is discussed in the context of societies needing to clear out dead wood and rejuvenate. Their actions may have been horrific, but they are seen by some historians as providing a service to mankind.

Chapter
The analogy of shooting an arrow and painting the bullseye
Episode
#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The Romans didn't care much about what local people worshiped but exercised their power by taking women they liked from the locals despite religious differences.
1:13:06 - 1:15:55 (02:49)
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Roman Empire
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The Romans didn't care much about what local people worshiped but exercised their power by taking women they liked from the locals despite religious differences.

Chapter
The analogy of shooting an arrow and painting the bullseye
Episode
#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast