Quote by Albert Camus

Revolution, in order to be creative, cannot do without either a moral or metaphysical rule to balance the insanity of history.


Revolution, in order to be creative, cannot do without eithe

Summary

This quote suggests that for a revolution to be constructive and meaningful, it needs to be guided by either a moral or metaphysical principle. Without such guidance, the tumultuous nature of historical events can lead to chaos and irrationality. The quote highlights the importance of having a guiding rule or principle in any revolutionary movement to maintain a sense of sanity, purpose, and direction. Through this balance, revolutions have the potential to bring about positive change in society.

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Revolution
By Albert Camus
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