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“Revolutionaries see history as a creation of their own spirit, as being made up of a continuous series of violent tugs at the other forces of society - both active and passive, and they prepare the maximum of favourable conditions for the definitive tug (revolution).” quote by Antonio Gramsci
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“Revolutionaries see history as a creation of their own spirit, as being made up of a continuous series of violent tugs at the other forces of society - both active and passive, and they prepare the maximum of favourable conditions for the definitive tug (revolution).”

Antonio Gramsci

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Revolutionaries view history as shaped by their will, constantly confronting societal forces to create favorable conditions for change.

In simple terms: History is shaped by active will.

Key Takeaway

Leverage collective will for change.

Themes

politics history revolution

Mood

critical analytical

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • social movements
  • political campaigns
  • grassroots organizing
  • policy reform

Key Concepts

marxism agency social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What forces resist your vision?
  • How can you balance idealism with realism?
A Different Perspective

Idealistic visions may ignore practical constraints.

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