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On peace and its logic
1Department of Philosophy, University of Haifa, Haifa, Israel antony@research.haifa.ac.il.
The Behavioral and Brain Sciences
|January 15, 2024
Summary
This commentary examines the argument that human peace capabilities developed 100,000 years ago, noting that peace and war technologies are intertwined. It raises concerns regarding this perspective and the definition of peace.
Area of Science:
- Anthropology
- Evolutionary Psychology
- Peace Studies
Background:
- Glowacki proposes that human peace emerged 100,000 years ago.
- This emergence is linked to traits and technologies utilized in both peace and warfare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To critically evaluate Glowacki's assertions on the origins and nature of human peace.
- To address concerns regarding the dual use of traits and technologies in peace and war.
- To analyze Glowacki's conceptualization of peace.
Main Methods:
- Commentary and critical analysis of existing arguments.
- Review of evolutionary and anthropological theories.
- Conceptual analysis of peace and warfare.
Main Results:
- Identifies potential issues with the proposed timeline for the emergence of peace.
- Questions the direct equivalence of traits and technologies for peace and war.
- Highlights ambiguities in Glowacki's definition of peace.
Conclusions:
- Glowacki's argument regarding the 100,000-year emergence of peace requires further scrutiny.
- The relationship between peace-enabling and war-enabling factors needs nuanced consideration.
- A clearer definition of peace is essential for understanding its evolutionary and functional aspects.
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