Conflict Quote by Daisaku Ikeda
“When human beings live together, conflict is inevitable. War is not.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the United Nations, 1995
Human coexistence inevitably brings conflict, but war is a chosen, not unavoidable, escalation.
In simple terms: Living together leads to conflict, but war is optional.
Key Takeaway
Choose peace over war.
Themes
conflict
war
human nature
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- international relations
- community building
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
sociology
peace studies
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What choices prevent conflict from becoming war?
- How can societies cultivate nonviolent dispute mechanisms?
A Different Perspective
War is often driven by power interests, not mere inevitability.
