--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Patriotism is the antithesis of world…" description: "\"“Patriotism is the antithesis of world peace.”\" — Abhijit Naskar" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d31/abhijit-naskar-99_antithesis_patriotism-is-the-antithesis-of-world-pe_441862.jpg" --- # Patriotism is the antithesis of world peace. ![“Patriotism is the antithesis of world peace.” quote by Abhijit Naskar](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d31/abhijit-naskar-99_antithesis_patriotism-is-the-antithesis-of-world-pe_441862.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d31/abhijit-naskar-99_antithesis_patriotism-is-the-antithesis-of-world-pe_441862.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d31/abhijit-naskar-99_antithesis_patriotism-is-the-antithesis-of-world-pe_441862.jpg) > ““Patriotism is the antithesis of world peace.”” [Abhijit Naskar](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/abhijit-naskar/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Patriotism, when exclusive, opposes the universal harmony needed for world peace. **In simple terms:** National pride can clash with global peace. Key Takeaway Balance love for country with global empathy. Themes patriotism peace globalism conflict identity Mood thoughtful critical Type political ethical When to use this quote - international diplomacy - education curricula - media narratives - community activism Key Concepts political theory ethics sociology Questions to Reflect On - How can patriotism be expressed without harming peace? - What policies promote both national pride and global cooperation? 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