Quote by Allan Bloom, The Closing of the

As soon as tradition has come to be recognized as tradition, it is dead.

As soon as tradition has come to be recognized as tradition,

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This quote suggests that the moment a tradition becomes well-established and widely recognized, it loses its vitality and ceases to evolve. It implies that traditions thrive on novelty and constant reinvention, and when they become fixed and rigid, they lose their inherent spirit and transformative power. The quote conveys the idea that traditions should be dynamic and adaptable, constantly adapting to new circumstances and generations, in order to stay meaningful and relevant.

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