I believe there's no such thing as a conflict that can't…
“I believe there's no such thing as a conflict that can't be ended. They're created and sustained by human beings. They can be ended by human beings. No matter how ancient the conflict, no matter how hateful, no matter how hurtful, peace can prevail.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Conflicts are human-made and can be resolved by human effort; peace is always possible despite history or hatred.
In simple terms: Humans create and end wars; peace can win.
Human agency can end any conflict.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- diplomacy
- community mediation
- post‑war reconstruction
- interpersonal disputes
- international negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions can individuals take to foster peace?
- How do deep‑seated grievances affect reconciliation?
Human emotions and structural power imbalances may hinder resolution.