Assuming Quote by Hendrik Willem van Loon
“The world is in dreadful need of men who will assume the new leadership - who will have the courage of their own visions and who will recognise clearly that we are only at the beginning of the voyage, and have to learn an entirely new system of seamanship.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Story of Mankind, 1921
He calls for new leaders with visionary courage to navigate the early stages of an unprecedented societal voyage, requiring fresh skills.
In simple terms: New visionary leaders are needed now.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate bold, forward‑thinking leadership.
Themes
leadership
vision
change
exploration
societal evolution
Mood
hopeful
challenging
Type
historical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political reform
- organizational change
- community building
Key Concepts
courage
innovative thinking
seamanship metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What qualities define effective modern leaders?
- How can societies support emerging leadership?
A Different Perspective
Visionary leaders may face resistance from entrenched interests.
