Human civilization Quote by Leon Uris
““In God's scheme what is a few billion years here and there. Perhaps there have come and gone a dozen human civilizations in the past billion years that we know nothing about. And after this civilization we are living in destroys itself, it will all start up again in a million years when the planet has all its messes cleaned up. Then, finally, one of these civilizations, say five billion years from now, will last because people treat each other the way they ought to.””
About This Quote
Human civilizations rise and fall over vast timescales; a future civilization may endure if it treats others justly.
In simple terms: Civilizations cycle; justice may ensure longevity.
Key Takeaway
Ethical conduct could sustain a civilization.
Themes
civilization
time
ethics
future
history
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
speculation
visionary
When to use this quote
- long‑term policy planning
- intergenerational justice debates
- science‑fiction world‑building
Key Concepts
historical cycles
moral philosophy
Practical Applications
- embed fairness in governance structures
- educate for global stewardship
Questions to Reflect On
- What practical steps foster lasting justice?
- How can we measure a civilization’s ethical health?
A Different Perspective
Predicting future societal stability based on ethics alone ignores environmental and technological variables.
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