Conflict Quote by E. O. Wilson
“We ought to recognize that religious strife is not the consequence of differences among people. It's about conflicts between creation stories.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Social Conquest of Earth, 2012
Religious conflict stems from differing creation narratives, not merely human differences.
In simple terms: Stories about origins fuel religious strife.
Address creation myths to reduce conflict.
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When to use this quote
- interfaith workshops
- education curricula
- media narratives
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What common ground can be found in myths?
- How can education reshape creation stories?
Changing deep‑rooted beliefs is challenging.