Our national flower is the concrete cloverleaf.
Lewis MumfordRead
Above all we need, particularly as children, the reassuring presence of a visible community, an intimate group that enfolds us with understanding and love, and that becomes an object of our spontaneous loyalty, as a criterion and point of reference for the rest of the human race.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of a supportive community in a child's development.
Lewis Mumford highlights that children particularly require a visible and reassuring community that envelops them with love and understanding. This close-knit group not only fosters a sense of belonging but also serves as a reference point for how they engage with the wider world, establishing foundational loyalty and social values that guide their interactions with others.
Themes
CommunityChildrenSupportLoveLoyaltyUnderstandingRelationship
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of community programs for children.
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