Dreams Quote by Ellen Key
“It is not a dream that someday, nations will be able to settle their difficulties without war, just as individuals now settle their personal feuds without resorting to arguments of physical strength or sharp steel. For, then, humanity will have created international jurisdiction and a power to enforce its laws.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Conquest of Happiness” (1906) by Ellen Key
Humanity should aim for peaceful dispute resolution, mirroring personal conflict avoidance, through global law and enforcement.
In simple terms: Peaceful resolution is possible with international law.
Key Takeaway
Support institutions that enforce global justice.
Themes
peace
law
conflict resolution
human rights
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
political
visionary
When to use this quote
- diplomacy
- international courts
- conflict mediation
- humanitarian aid
Key Concepts
international relations
jurisprudence
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms can ensure fair enforcement?
- How to balance sovereignty with global jurisdiction?
A Different Perspective
Achieving universal peace is complex and may clash with national sovereignty.
