Marriage Quote by Voltaire
““Sir, you think doubtless that all is for the best in the moral and physical world, and that nothing could be otherwise than it is?" said Candide. "I, sir!" answered the scholar, "I know nothing of all that; I find that all goes awry with me; that no one knows either what is his rank, nor what is his condition, what he does nor what he ought to do; and that except supper, which is always gay, and where there appears to be enough concord, all the rest of the time is passed in impertinent quarrels; Jansenist against Molinist, Parliament against the Church, men of letters against men of letters, courtesans against courtesans, financiers against the people, wives against husbands, relatives against relatives—it is eternal war.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Candide by Voltaire, 1759
The scholar laments that despite claims of a perfect world, chaos and endless conflict dominate human life.
In simple terms: People argue that the world is perfect, yet conflict persists.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address perpetual conflicts.
Themes
conflict
philosophy
human nature
society
war
Mood
cynical
reflective
Type
critical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political debates
- religious disputes
- family arguments
- economic struggles
- academic rivalries
Key Concepts
optimism vs pessimism
eternal war
social division
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you see endless wars in everyday life?
- What can break the cycle of conflict?
A Different Perspective
Idealistic views ignore systemic discord.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
