Brotherhood Quote by Kingsley Amis
“The ideal of brotherhood of man, the building of the Just City, is one that cannot be discarded without lifelong feelings of disappointment and loss. But, if we are to live in the real world, discard it we must.”
About This Quote
Brotherhood and an ideal city are cherished, yet practical reality may force their abandonment, causing deep disappointment.
In simple terms: Ideal societies clash with real-world constraints.
Key Takeaway
Weigh ideals against practicalities.
Themes
society
idealism
disappointment
Mood
somber
contemplative
Type
philosophical
social
When to use this quote
- policy making
- community building
- personal belief systems
Key Concepts
political theory
urban planning
humanism
Questions to Reflect On
- When should ideals be compromised?
- What alternatives replace lost ideals?
A Different Perspective
Idealism can be impractical.
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