All experiment is made on a basis of tradition; all tradition is the crystallization of experiment.
Louis MacneiceRead
All that I would like to be is human, having a share_x000D_ in a civilized, articulate and well-adjusted_x000D_ community where the mind is given its due_x000D_ but the body is not distrusted
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a desire for humanity and acceptance within a well-functioning society that values both intellect and physicality.
In this quote, Louis Macneice reflects on the essence of being human and the importance of belonging to a civilized community. He emphasizes the need for an environment where intellectual pursuits are valued and the physical body is afforded respect, suggesting a balance between mind and body in a harmonious social context.
Themes
HumanCommunityMindBodyCivilization
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about the importance of community and belonging in our lives.
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