Time and trouble will tame an advanced young woman, but an advanced old woman is uncontrollable by any earthly force.
Dorothy L. SayersRead
But if it ever occurs to people to value the honor of the mind equally with the honor of the body, we shall get a social revolution of a quite unparalleled sort — and very different from the kind that is being made at the moment.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote advocates for valuing intellectual integrity as much as physical honor, suggesting that such a shift could lead to a profound societal change.
Dorothy L. Sayers emphasizes the importance of valuing mental and intellectual honor on par with physical honor. She asserts that if society prioritizes the honor of thought and intellect, it could spark a revolutionary change that differs significantly from the current social movements, potentially leading to a more enlightened and respectful culture.
Themes
HonorMindBodySocial RevolutionIntellectSociety
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech addressing the balance of education and physical training.
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