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It is doubly chimerical to build peace on economic…

“It is doubly chimerical to build peace on economic foundations which, in turn, rest on the systematic cultivation of greed and envy, the very forces which drive men into conflict.” quote by E. F. Schumacher
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“It is doubly chimerical to build peace on economic foundations which, in turn, rest on the systematic cultivation of greed and envy, the very forces which drive men into conflict.”

E. F. Schumacher

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Building peace on economic systems rooted in greed and envy is fundamentally contradictory.

In simple terms: Peace cannot rest on greed‑based economics.

Key Takeaway

Seek equitable economic foundations.

Themes

peace economics ethics

Mood

critical hopeful

Type

philosophical strategic

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • conflict resolution
  • economic reform

Key Concepts

systemic greed social justice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can economies shift from greed?
  • What alternatives support lasting peace?
A Different Perspective

Changing deep‑seated greed is difficult.

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