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The historian looks backward. In the end he also believes backward.

The historian looks backward. In the end he also believes ba

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This quote suggests that historians primarily focus on studying and understanding the past. By "looking backward," they meticulously analyze events, people, and their consequences. Additionally, the quote states that historians "believe backward," indicating that they often adopt or adhere to beliefs and perspectives prevalent during the periods they study. It implies that historians are influenced by the knowledge they acquire and the context they engage with, allowing them to develop a deeper comprehension and a sense of faith in the past they investigate.

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