Civilisation Quote by Hanif Kureishi
““Doesn’t civilisation mean keeping your temper when there is no reason for restraint?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Buddha of Suburbia, 1990
Civilisation is questioned when people lose self‑control without cause, suggesting that true civility requires restraint.
In simple terms: Civilisation needs self‑control, not just rules.
Practice restraint even when not forced.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- personal development
- leadership
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you kept calm without reason?
- Why is restraint valuable in society?
Self‑control can be hard to maintain under stress.