Quote by Charles de Secondat

Each particular society begins to feel its strength, whence arises a state of war between different nations.

Each particular society begins to feel its strength, whence

Summary

This quote suggests that every society, as it develops and grows in strength, tends to enter a phase of conflict and rivalry with other nations. It implies that the pursuit of power and recognition leads to competition and ultimately to war. This idea underscores the notion that the evolution of societies often involves a struggle for dominance and resources, reflecting the inherent competitive nature of human civilizations.

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Strength

By Charles de Secondat

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