Achievement Quote by Malcolm Muggeridge
“Whatever is fine and permanent in human achievement has been realised through individuals courageously facing the circumstances of their being; and a society is civilised to the extent to which it makes this possible. Terrorism, which aims at putting out thespiritual light, is the antithesis of civilisation.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "Civilisation and Terrorism", 1970s
Human achievement thrives on courageous individuals; terrorism opposes civilisation by extinguishing spiritual light.
In simple terms: Courage fuels progress; terrorism opposes it.
Key Takeaway
Support courageous individuals, resist terror.
Themes
civilisation
terrorism
human achievement
Mood
serious
determined
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- community projects
- activism
- educational programs
Key Concepts
ethics
spirituality
social responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What fuels your courage?
- How can societies foster collective resilience?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on individual heroism can ignore collective effort.
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