Quote by TS (Thomas Stearns) Eliot

A tradition without intelligence is not worth having.

A tradition without intelligence is not worth having.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and intellectual engagement in maintaining or appreciating traditions. It suggests that blindly following traditions without understanding or questioning their purpose and meaning is pointless. Without the intellectual capacity to reflect upon and evaluate traditions, they may become meaningless rituals or meaningless in the context of contemporary values and societal changes. Ultimately, the quote encourages individuals to embrace traditions with intelligence and ultimate understanding in order to derive true value from them.

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By TS (Thomas Stearns) Eliot

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