Arabia Quote by T. E. Lawrence
“As long as the arabs fight tribe against tribe, so long will they be a little people, a silly people, greedy, barbarous and cruel.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Seven Pillars of Wisdom by T. E. Lawrence, 1926
Divisions and tribal conflicts keep societies weak, greedy, and brutal.
In simple terms: Internal fighting weakens a people.
Promote unity over division.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- nation building
- conflict resolution
- community development
- leadership training
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can diverse groups find common purpose?
- What structures prevent tribalism from resurfacing?
Even united groups can become oppressive if power is unchecked.