Quote by Sophocles

Whoever neglects the arts when he is young has lost the past and is dead to the future.

Whoever neglects the arts when he is young has lost the past

Summary

This quote suggests that not engaging with the arts and cultural expressions during one's youth leads to a disregard for history and poses a barrier to creative development. By neglecting the arts, individuals miss out on understanding the richness of the past and limit their potential for future growth and innovation. Essentially, the quote emphasizes the importance of cultural exploration and artistic participation as a means to connect with the past and nurture imaginative thinking essential for the future.

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