Quote by Victor Hugo

There comes an hour when protest no longer suffices; after philosophy there must be action; the strong hand finishes what the idea has sketched.

There comes an hour when protest no longer suffices; after p

Summary

This quote suggests that there comes a point when protest and expressing discontent are no longer enough. It implies that, after engaging in philosophical discussions and debates, it becomes necessary to take action. The quote emphasizes the importance of decisive and forceful action to bring about the realization of an idea. It implies that ideas must be followed through with assertiveness and determination, that merely discussing or contemplating alone is not enough to bring about change.

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