Art Quote by Arnold Toynbee
““Militarism has been by far the commonest cause of the breakdown of civilizations. The single art of war makes progress at the expense of all the arts of peace.””
About This Quote
Source Book: “A Study of History”, 1934
Militarism drives civilization decline, while war advances at peace’s expense.
In simple terms: War harms civilization, stifling peace.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize peace over war.
Themes
war
civilization
peace
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
historical
analytical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
history
political science
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies curb militarism?
- What alternatives to war exist?
A Different Perspective
Peace requires collective effort.
