A great empire and little minds go ill together.
Edmund BurkeRead
The arrogance of age must submit to be taught by youth.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Older individuals should be open to learning from the younger generation.
This quote highlights the importance of humility among the elderly, suggesting that wisdom is not solely the domain of age. It emphasizes that the perspectives and ideas of the young can offer valuable insights, challenging the notion that experience alone grants superiority in knowledge.
Themes
ArroganceAgeYouthWisdomLearning
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about generational differences, one might cite this quote to emphasize the need for mutual learning.
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