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“The central moral issue of science is that we do not have a science of peace and hardly know where to begin in building one.” quote by Joshua Lederberg
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“The central moral issue of science is that we do not have a science of peace and hardly know where to begin in building one.”

Joshua Lederberg

About This Quote

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

Science lacks a systematic study of peace, leaving us uncertain how to create it.

In simple terms: Science doesn't study peace, so we don't know how to build it.

Key Takeaway

Develop a dedicated peace science.

Themes

ethics science peace policy

Mood

thoughtful concerned

Type

analytical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • academic conferences
  • government advisory panels
  • NGO collaborations

Key Concepts

interdisciplinary research conflict resolution global governance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can scientific methods be applied to peacebuilding?
  • What disciplines should contribute to a peace science?
A Different Perspective

Peace is complex and may resist reductionist methods.

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