Jump off. You are a protected individual. Do not fear.
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The new always carries with it the sense of violation, of sacrilege. What is dead is sacred; what is new, that is different, is evil, dangerous, or subversive.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that new ideas and changes often face resistance because they challenge the status quo and what is traditionally accepted as sacred.
Henry Miller's quote highlights the tension between the old and the new in society. It suggests that innovations or changes are often met with suspicion or hostility because they disrupt established norms and beliefs, which many hold sacred. This resistance to change can stem from a fear of the unknown, implying that the familiar is often perceived as safe while the new is seen as threatening or immoral. Thus, this quote reflects the inherent challenges of progress and the discomfort that often accompanies transformation.
Themes
ChangeInnovationResistanceTraditionProgress
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about embracing new technology in education.
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