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“Doesn’t civilisation mean keeping your temper when there is no reason for restraint?” quote by Hanif Kureishi
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““Doesn’t civilisation mean keeping your temper when there is no reason for restraint?””

Hanif Kureishi

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Civilisation is questioned when people lose self‑control without cause, suggesting that true civility requires restraint.

In simple terms: Civilisation needs self‑control, not just rules.

Key Takeaway

Practice restraint even when not forced.

Themes

civilisation temper self‑control morality

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • personal development
  • leadership

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you kept calm without reason?
  • Why is restraint valuable in society?
A Different Perspective

Self‑control can be hard to maintain under stress.

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