Barriers Quote by David Josiah Brewer
“Neighbor is no longer confined to the vocabulary of the individual. It is a national word. Modern inventions have annihilated distance. Commercial relations have broken down barriers of race and religion, and the family of nations is a recognized fact.”
About This Quote
The quote argues that globalization erodes traditional boundaries, turning local concepts like 'neighbor' into universal terms, and that technological and commercial progress dissolve cultural and geographic divisions.
In simple terms: Globalization makes neighbor a universal concept.
Key Takeaway
Borders and barriers are diminishing.
Themes
globalization
technology
cultural integration
interdependence
national identity
Mood
optimistic
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
political
sociological
When to use this quote
- international diplomacy
- multinational business negotiations
- cross‑cultural community projects
- global education initiatives
Key Concepts
social cohesion
economic interdependence
cultural homogenization
Practical Applications
- policy drafting for international cooperation
- designing multicultural curricula
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view of neighbor affect national policy?
- What tensions arise when local identities are subsumed?
