It is not a dream that someday, nations will be able to…
“It is not a dream that someday, nations will be able to settle their difficulties without war, just as individuals now settle their personal feuds without resorting to arguments of physical strength or sharp steel. For, then, humanity will have created international jurisdiction and a power to enforce its laws.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Humanity should aim for peaceful dispute resolution, mirroring personal conflict avoidance, through global law and enforcement.
In simple terms: Peaceful resolution is possible with international law.
Support institutions that enforce global justice.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- diplomacy
- international courts
- conflict mediation
- humanitarian aid
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms can ensure fair enforcement?
- How to balance sovereignty with global jurisdiction?
Achieving universal peace is complex and may clash with national sovereignty.