Brute force Quote by Sigmund Freud
“Human life in common is only made possible when a majority comes together which is stronger than any separate individual and which remains united against all separate individuals. The power of this community is then set up as right in opposition to the power of the individual, which is condemned as brute force.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Civilization and Its Discontents, 1930
Community strength outweighs individual force, which is seen as brute.
In simple terms: Community is stronger than individuals, who seem brute.
Key Takeaway
Value collective unity.
Themes
society
individualism
power dynamics
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
sociological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- politics
- team projects
- social movements
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Collective vs. individual power
social cohesion
Questions to Reflect On
- When is individual strength beneficial?
- How to balance community and individuality?
A Different Perspective
Individualism can foster innovation.
