Why does the expression "live by the sword,die by the sword" apply to Robespierre?

Answer 1

What do you think?

Answer 2

I honestly don't know...

Answer 3

If a person lives by the sword he's a fighter, a maimer, a killer. That person will likely die in the same way -- by violence.

Answer 4

Ok so Robespierre gained power from violence and died by violence?

Answer 5

Yes.

Answer 6

Awesome thank you!!!