Civilization Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
“We must open our eyes and see that modern civilization has become so complex and the lives of civilized men so interwoven with thelives of other men in other countries as to make it impossible to be in this world and out of it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Four Freedoms Address, 1941
Modern civilization’s interdependence makes isolation impossible; we must engage globally.
In simple terms: World is interconnected; isolation impossible.
Key Takeaway
Embrace global cooperation.
Themes
globalization
interdependence
civilization
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- diplomacy
- trade negotiations
- global policy
- education curricula
Key Concepts
political science
international relations
Questions to Reflect On
- How can nations balance sovereignty with interdependence?
- What role does individual action play?
A Different Perspective
National interests can conflict.
