Quote by Johann Kaspar Lavater

There are three classes of men; the retrograde, the stationary and the progressive.

There are three classes of men; the retrograde, the stationa

Summary

This quote suggests that men can be categorized into three groups based on their mindset towards progress. The retrograde individuals are those who resist change and cling to old ideas. The stationary group represents those who remain stagnant and are indifferent to progress. Finally, the progressive class denotes individuals who embrace change and actively work towards advancement. The quote recognizes that people hold differing perspectives on progress and highlights the importance of identifying these categories when analyzing societal attitudes and behavior.

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