Quote by Henry David Thoreau

Every generation laughs at the old fashions, but religiously follows the new.

Every generation laughs at the old fashions, but religiously

Summary

This quote suggests that each new generation tends to mock and judge the outdated beliefs and fashion trends of the past. However, paradoxically, they adopt and adhere to the latest trends and ideologies with great fervor. It highlights how people often fail to recognize their own propensity to conform and embrace new ideas, even while criticizing those who came before them. The quote implies that the cycle of accepting and rejecting societal norms is an ongoing pattern observed throughout history.

By Henry David Thoreau

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