Human development Quote by Norman Angell
““War has no longer the justification that it makes for the survival of the fittest; it involves the survival of the less fit. The idea that the struggle between nations is a part of the evolutionary law of man's advance involves a profound misreading of the biological analogy. The warlike nations do not inherit the earth; they represent the decaying human element.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Great Illusion, 1909
War is not a natural law of survival; it harms the weaker and reflects human decay.
In simple terms: War is not essential for progress.
Key Takeaway
Question the necessity of war.
Themes
war
evolution
human nature
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- international policy
- military strategy
- education
- media discourse
Key Concepts
political science
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives to war exist?
- How does this view challenge nationalist narratives?
A Different Perspective
War may be driven by power interests, not survival.
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