Antisocial Quote by Christian Lous Lange
“The theoretically unrestricted right to develop power, to wage war against other states, is antisocial and is doubly dangerous, because the state as a mass entity represents a low moral and intellectual level.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Law of Nations, 1916
Unrestricted power and war are harmful because states act with low moral and intellectual standards, making them dangerous.
In simple terms: War driven by unchecked power is morally and intellectually low.
Key Takeaway
Limit state power to protect humanity.
Themes
politics
ethics
war
power
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- diplomacy
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
realism
human rights
international law
Questions to Reflect On
- Is absolute power ever justified?
- How can international law curb state aggression?
A Different Perspective
Power can be justified in self‑defense; not all states lack moral depth.
