Will There Ever Be a Time When the World Has 100% Peace?
This is a deep and philosophical question.
The idea of 100% peace — a world completely free of war, violence, hatred, and injustice — is a beautiful concept in theory, but in practice, it’s extremely difficult and perhaps impossible to achieve. Here are a few key reasons:
1. Human Nature
Throughout history, humans have shown traits like greed, desire for power, fear, and prejudice. Differences in nations, religions, races, and ideologies often lead to conflict.
2. Political and Economic Interests
Powerful nations often interfere in weaker ones to protect or expand their own interests. Economic inequality is a major driver of unrest — where there is hunger, poverty, and lack of education, conflict tends to grow.
3. Religious and Ideological Differences
The world is full of different religions and belief systems, and sometimes their followers become hostile toward one another.
Is There Hope?
While complete peace may not be achievable, a significant reduction in conflict and violence is possible. Education, dialogue, justice, and international cooperation can improve global harmony. Technology, global media, and diplomacy have brought the world closer and can serve as tools for promoting peace.
Islamic Perspective:
Islam is a religion of peace, but the Quran acknowledges that:
“And if your Lord had willed, He could have made mankind one community; but they will not cease to differ.”
(Surah Hud, 11:118)
This verse implies that differences are part of human nature, and therefore, complete peace may never exist — but striving for peace is still a noble and essential goal.