Achievement Quote by Christian Lous Lange
“Internationalism on the other hand admits that spiritual achievements have their roots deep in national life; from this national consciousness art and literature derive their character and strength and on it even many of the humanistic sciences are firmly based.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Idea of Internationalism, 1915
National culture shapes artistic and scholarly work, grounding them in shared values and history.
In simple terms: National life fuels art and science.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the roots of cultural achievements.
Themes
culture
art
science
nationalism
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
commentary
When to use this quote
- education curricula
- museum curation
- policy making
- community projects
Key Concepts
humanities
identity
collective memory
Questions to Reflect On
- How does national identity influence creative expression?
- Can universal values coexist with strong national roots?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on nationalism can limit cross‑cultural exchange.
