What's the difference between...?

Question

Power and strength? And which do you think is more abused in society?

Answer 1

Thats a really interesting question! In my mind, strength applies more to tangible things like durability, physical strength, or sometimes to the intensity of ones ideals or convictions. Power is more abstract, and would apply more to social or political structures, perceptions, sometimes the ability to utilize something that is considered a strength. To give a pretty base and predictable example, an elderly crime boss has the power to utilize the strength of his cronies. Which is more abused? I think its a question of macro and micro, Power is used more on the macro level, strength in the micro.

Answer 2

Power is the existance of a force capable of illiciting a change. Strength is that force. Neither one is abused. The abscence of either in a given scenario is exploited. Those whom are being exploited simply possess a different somewhat inverse strength to withstand said abuse. Hence the adage " that which does not kill you will make you stronger".
God Bless

Answer 3

I think power is often rather raw, whereas strength is much more refined. Also, power is not as easily controlled as strength and cannot be harnassed as efficiently. From that, you should be able to guess which of the two I believe is more often abused...

Answer 4

both