The earth has grown old with its burden of care, But at Christmas it always is young.
Phillips BrooksRead
Call your opinions your creed, and you will change it every week.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Our beliefs are often fluid and can change frequently based on new experiences and information.
Phillips Brooks emphasizes that opinions are not fixed and are subject to change. By referring to opinions as 'creed,' he suggests that many people mistakenly treat their temporary beliefs as immutable truths; however, our understanding and perspectives can evolve significantly over time, highlighting the importance of remaining open-minded and adaptable.
Themes
OpinionsChangeBeliefsCreedAdaptability
In practice
Example use cases
During a philosophical discussion about beliefs, one might quote this to illustrate the fluidity of human thought.
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