What does this quote mean "The pen is mightier than the sword"?

Question

I have no clue

Answer 1

It means that the written word has more effect than violent reaction.

Answer 2

To change people's way of looking at something, to be able to inspire or incite (the Pen), is more power than someone who attempts to handle a situation physically themselves (the sword). I.E. A newspaper reporter has more power than a gang on the street.

Answer 3

Intellect is more powerful than violence. The pen in this case represents thought and scholarship, which in theory would prevail over violence and disarray represented by the sword. Hope this helps.

Answer 4

While you can get your way by might, (the sword), you control more power by influencing people by writing your ideas down and getting them to adopt your point of view and join you in your cause, (the pen).

Answer 5

Words are more powerful than force. Think about it - if someone ever said something horrid to you - you feel the pain of it longer after the wounds of being hit or punched would heal.

Answer 6

The sword can kill someone, but writing something that "kills" their character or self-esteem etc. is said by some to be worse because it's something you have to live with.

Answer 7

fighting doesn't solve anything
man puts pen to paper and you have the declaration of independence etc.

Answer 8

Words are more powerful than actions.

Answer 9

words are more powerful and influential than violence. Hitler actually used his speech to manipulate people to murder millions during th second world war.

Answer 10

It means that if you want to change peoples ideas you will do so more effectively by writing than by attempting to kill people who don't agree with you.