Age Quote by Friedrich Schiller
“Man is made of the wholly common, and custom is his nurse; woe then to them who lay irreverent hands on his old house-furniture, the dear inheritance from his forefathers: For time consecrates, and what is gray with age becomes religion.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Wallenstein's Camp, Friedrich Schiller, 1798
People are shaped by ordinary customs and traditions; disrespecting ancestral heritage is foolish because time sanctifies age‑old practices.
In simple terms: Customs shape us; disrespecting tradition is unwise.
Key Takeaway
Respect and preserve traditions.
Themes
tradition
respect
heritage
society
customs
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
cultural
historical
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- community rituals
- preserving historic sites
- teaching history
- maintaining cultural practices
Key Concepts
cultural continuity
social identity
intergenerational values
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance respect for tradition with necessary change?
- When is it appropriate to challenge inherited customs?
A Different Perspective
Modern change can improve outdated customs, so blind reverence may hinder progress.
