Quote by William Ralph Inge

A nation is a society united by a delusion about its ancestry and by common hatred of its neighbours.

A nation is a society united by a delusion about its ancestr

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This quote suggests that the concept of a nation is built upon lies and illusions regarding its history and shared ancestry. It implies that a nation is formed through the collective belief in these delusions, as well as a shared animosity towards neighboring nations. In essence, the quote questions the authenticity and legitimacy of national identity, portraying it as a construct rooted in falsehoods and negative sentiments towards others.

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