Admire and adore the Author of the telescopic universe, love and esteem the work, do all in your power to lessen ill, and increase good, but never assume to comprehend.
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I must study politics and war that my sons may have liberty to study mathematics and philosophy.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The pursuit of knowledge in peaceful fields relies on sacrifices made in the realm of politics and conflict.
This quote by John Adams emphasizes the importance of understanding the harsh realities of politics and war to secure a future where subsequent generations can engage in the peaceful and intellectual pursuits of subjects like mathematics and philosophy. It highlights the sacrifices necessary to achieve a society where freedom and intellectual growth can flourish.
Themes
PoliticsWarLibertyEducationSacrifice
In practice
Example use cases
In a school debate about the importance of history education, this quote can illustrate the need for understanding our past.
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