Quote by Alfred North Whitehead

No period of history has ever been great or ever can be that does not act on some sort of high, idealistic motives, and idealism in our time has been shoved aside, and we are paying the penalty for it.

No period of history has ever been great or ever can be that

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of idealism and its role in shaping great periods of history. It suggests that for a time period to be considered remarkable or significant, it must be guided by ambitious and noble motives, driven by idealistic principles. The quote also suggests that in our current era, idealism has been disregarded, leading to negative consequences. In essence, the quote serves as a reminder of the vital role that high, idealistic motives play in creating transformative historical moments.

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By Alfred North Whitehead

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