Long ago, a group of men resided in a cave and would venture out during daylight hours to search for sustenance.
Initially, the strongest in the group desired a greater portion of the food and was able to obtain it without objection from the others. This habit gradually became routine and ultimately led to conflict within the group. The dispute culminated in a physical altercation between the strongest member and the second most powerful, who battled using sticks and stones. Eventually, the strongest prevailed and killed his opponent.
Despite thousands of years passing since the law of the jungle - survival of the fittest - was established, society still follows the same principle. Even with advancements in knowledge, science, and technology, the strong still dominate over the weak. This is evident throughout history, from primiti
...ve times where people fought for food and shelter to modern-day conflicts over economic resources. The means of war may have changed, but the purpose remains constant. An example of this is Emperor Marcus Nerva and his invincible army who aimed to conquer all who opposed them in AD 96.
As the Honorable Chairperson, I share the common belief with every individual in this honorable house that war and peace are clearly divided. My personal belief is that peace engenders love while war leads to hatred. To me, peace is beautiful and war is a dark place that erodes humanity, taking it back centuries. The death of over 250 million people during the 20th century alone was caused by war which contaminated the earth with poison, bodies with gunpowder, and minds with lunacy.
I strongly believed that peace could solve all our problems and heal
all our wounds leading us out of the dark dismal alleys of modern world misfortunes until my understanding was challenged by Oxford Modern Dictionary's definition of peace as prevailing in absence of war. The history of the world further showed me how almost every war was waged to restore peace.
This belief system was also challenged when Mr. Sharon ordered annihilation against defenseless Palestinians despite signing a peace treaty; thus proving my previous beliefs wrong.
Unexpectedly, George W. Bush launched military campaigns in Afghanistan and Iraq with the aim of establishing peace in the region. Quoting Einstein, "I do not know with what weapons World War III will be fought, but World War IV will be fought with sticks and stones," it is unrealistic to believe that humanity can coexist peacefully. Those who advocate for liberty under the guise of peace deceive the world with their vision of global unity, equality, and conflict-free existence.
The existence of humans on the planet makes true peace impossible. Ignorance, superstition, lust for conquest, love of ease, desire for power and hunger for food are natural enemies to the progress of peace, despite the devil having a hand in everything. With multiple individuals alive and active thought frames, opinions and beliefs present, peace is unattainable. The misconception regarding peace has led to disasters worse than war itself, now more than ever with fire, famine and pestilence embodying its essence.
The factors that lead to war also serve as weapons and consequences. To maintain peace, we should begin to plan for the possibility of war, one that is so devastating that it sets the clock of civilization back eons. Farewell, and perhaps we
will meet again in the Stone Age.
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