Art Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“In the arts of peace Man is a bungler.”
About This Quote
Human attempts at peace are often clumsy, reflecting our limited capacity to resolve conflict without error.
In simple terms: Peace efforts are imperfect.
Key Takeaway
Peace is a difficult craft.
Themes
human fallibility
conflict resolution
philosophy of peace
social critique
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
aphorism
philosophical quote
When to use this quote
- diplomatic negotiations
- community mediation
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
peacebuilding
human nature
Practical Applications
- policy design
- conflict mediation training
Questions to Reflect On
- What prevents peace from being seamless?
- How can we improve our peace-making skills?
