Age Quote by Alexander Hamilton
“To look for a continuation in harmony between a number of independent unconnected sovereignties, situated in the same neighborhood, would be to disregard the uniform course of human events, and to set at defiance the accumulated experience of ages.”
About This Quote
Source The Federalist Papers, Essay 9, 1787
Ignoring the natural flow of history and collective wisdom leads to conflict among neighboring states.
In simple terms: Respect historical patterns and shared experience.
Learn from past to avoid conflict.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- diplomatic negotiations
- regional alliances
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What historical lessons apply today?
- How can diverse states cooperate peacefully?
Complex realities may resist simple historical analogies.