Forgotten Quote by Evelyn Waugh
“Pray always for all the learned, the oblique, the delicate. Let them not be quite forgotten at the throne of God when the simple come into their kingdom.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Brideshead Revisited, 1945
Remember the scholars and delicate thinkers, ensuring they are not forgotten when ordinary people assume power.
In simple terms: Honor the learned and sensitive, even as common folk rise.
Key Takeaway
Value wisdom alongside popular rule.
Themes
knowledge
humility
leadership
spirituality
inclusion
Mood
respectful
thoughtful
Type
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- academic circles
- religious institutions
- public policy
- community leadership
Key Concepts
theology
education
social hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies preserve the voice of the learned?
- What role do the delicate play in governance?
A Different Perspective
Power can overlook subtle contributions; humility is needed.
