This quote,”make us enemies of every people on earth,but save us from civil war,” by Lucan encapsulates the idea that external conflicts and enemies are more preferable than internal strife. In essence, it is better to face opposition from outside forces than to be divided and fight amongst ourselves.
There’s a profound depth to this statement as it acknowledges the destructive power of internal discord. Civil wars or internal conflicts often lead to devastating outcomes because they tear at the very social fabric that binds a community or nation together. They create divisions that may take generations to heal, if they ever do.
In contrast,external conflicts can sometimes unite people against a common enemy. There’s a shared purpose and solidarity in facing an outside threat which can strengthen bonds within a group.
Applying this concept in today’s world could refer to various contexts – political, social or even personal advancement. As a notable example, in politics or social issues, rather than getting embroiled in bitter partisan fights or societal divisions over race/religion/etc., focusing on larger challenges like climate change or poverty could unify people towards common goals.
in terms of personal development too this concept holds relevance.Often we are our own worst enemy – our self-doubt,fear of failure etc., can hold us back more than any external factor ever will. Hence instead of battling with these ‘internal civil wars’, if we channelize our energy towards overcoming external challenges (like mastering new skills), we’d make much more progress.
So whether it’s about nations dealing with conflict situations or individuals striving for growth – the wisdom encapsulated in Lucan’s quote is universally applicable: Better confront your outer adversaries than wage war within your own walls.
