Quote by Peter Berger

The past is malleable and flexible, changing as our recollection interprets and re-explains what has happened.

The past is malleable and flexible, changing as our recollec

Summary

This quote highlights the subjective nature of history and memory. It suggests that our understanding of the past is not fixed, but rather influenced by our interpretation and reinterpretation of events. As individuals, we constantly shape and reshape our recollections, giving rise to different perspectives and understandings of what has occurred. Therefore, the past is not an entirely objective or concrete reality, but rather a fluid and adaptable construct that evolves alongside our interpretations.

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By Peter Berger

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