Quote by John Buchan

History gives us a kind of chart, and we dare not surrender even a small rushlight in the darkness. The hasty reformer who does not remember the past will find himself condemned to repeat it.

History gives us a kind of chart, and we dare not surrender

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of history as a guide for the present and the future. It suggests that history provides us with valuable lessons and insights that we should not overlook or disregard. By comparing history to a "chart" and a "rushlight," it emphasizes the need to cherish and preserve even the smallest sources of historical knowledge. Moreover, it warns against hasty reforms or actions without understanding or learning from past mistakes, as such ignorance can lead to the repetition of those same errors.

By John Buchan

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