Quote by Jean Cocteau

When a work appears to be ahead of its time, it is only the time that is behind the work.

When a work appears to be ahead of its time, it is only the

Summary

This quote suggests that when a particular work or creation is considered to be ahead of its time, this is not because the work is unrealistic or too advanced, but rather because the current time period is unable to fully comprehend or appreciate it. The quote implies that the work itself is an example of progress, innovation, and vision, while the limitations of the present time prevent it from being widely understood or accepted. In essence, the quote argues that the evaluation of the work should focus on its potential and merit, rather than the perceived inadequacies of the current era.

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Innovation

By Jean Cocteau

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