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Explore a fascinating collection of thought-provoking quotes on the concept of "civilization." Delve into the ideas and perspectives of renowned philosophers, writers, and thinkers who have pondered upon the intricacies of human societies throughout history. From discussions on the rise and fall of civilizations to reflections on the advancements and challenges faced by modern societies, these quotes provide profound insights on the nature, progress, and potential pitfalls of civilization. Gain a deeper understanding of the complex tapestry that defines human civilization and its impact on our world, past, present, and future.

We will never have true civilization until we have learned to recognize the rights of others. Read Summary

You can't say civilization don't advance... in every war they kill you in a new way. Read Summary

Peace is the virtue of civilization. War is its crime. Read Summary

Hold fast to the Bible. To the influence of this Book we are indebted for all the progress made in true civilization and to this we must look as our guide in the future. Read Summary

Each new generation born is in effect an invasion of civilization by little barbarians, who must be civilized before it is too late. Read Summary

If the battle for civilization comes down to the wimps versus the barbarians, the barbarians are going to win. Read Summary

If you are not prepared to use force to defend civilization, then be prepared to accept barbarism. Read Summary

If a nation expects to be ignorant and free, in a state of civilization, it expects what never was and never will be. Read Summary

The first human who hurled an insult instead of a stone was the founder of civilization. Read Summary

Civilization began the first time an angry person cast a word instead of a rock. Read Summary

The first requisite of civilization is that of justice. Read Summary

A civilization which leaves so large a number of its participants unsatisfied and drives them into revolt neither has nor deserves the prospect of a lasting existence. Read Summary

We believe that civilization has been created under the pressure of the exigencies of life at the cost of satisfaction of the instincts. Read Summary

It is impossible to overlook the extent to which civilization is built upon a renunciation of instinct. Read Summary

One of the primary purposes of civilization - and certainly its primary strength - is the guarantee that family life can flourish in unity, peace, and order. Read Summary

We know that we cannot live together without rules which tell us what is right and what is wrong, what is permitted and what is prohibited. We know that it is law which enables men to live together, that creates order out of chaos. We know that law is the glue that holds civilization together. Read Summary

For me, politeness is a sine qua non of civilization. Read Summary

Civilization... wrecks the planet from seafloor to stratosphere. Read Summary

Collecting facts is important. Knowledge is important. But if you don't have an imagination to use the knowledge, civilization is nowhere. Read Summary

We've gotta become the Martians. I'm a Martian - I tell you to become Martians. And we've gotta go to Mars and civilize Mars and build a whole civilization on Mars and then move out, 300 years from now into the universe. And when we do that, we have a chance of living forever. Read Summary