I trust the time is nigh when, with the universal assent of civilized people, all international differences shall be determined without resort to arms by the benignant processes of civilization.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker expresses hope that civilized nations will resolve conflicts through peaceful means rather than war.
- In plain terms
- I hope countries will solve disputes without fighting.
- What can you take from it?
- Peaceful resolution of conflicts is a goal for civilized societies.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a society truly civilized?
- Is peace always achievable through negotiation?
Another view
Not all disputes can be resolved without force or power dynamics.
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