Social order Quote by Eric Voegelin
““This system of chain wars can end only in two ways: either it will result in horrible physical destructions and concomitant revolutionary changes of social order beyond reasonable guesses; or, with the natural change of generations, it will lead to the abandoning of Gnostic dreaming before the worst has happened.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The New Age of Politics, 2015
He warns that ongoing conflicts will either cause massive destruction and revolutionary social change, or, over generations, people will abandon mystical ideologies before catastrophe strikes.
In simple terms: Conflicts lead to destruction or gradual abandonment of dangerous ideas.
Key Takeaway
Prepare for change and avoid harmful ideologies.
Themes
politics
conflict
ideology
history
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
philosophical
predictive
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- activism
Key Concepts
Gnosticism
social upheaval
generational change
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs indicate a society is moving away from harmful myths?
- How can we foster constructive change without violence?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate the possibility of peaceful resolution.
