Balance Quote by Henri Bergson
“The prestige of the Nobel Prize is due to many causes, but in particular to its twofold idealistic and international character: idealistic in that it has been designed for works of lofty inspiration; international in that it is awarded after the production of different countries has been minutely studied and the intellectual balance sheet of the whole world has been drawn up. Free from all other considerations and ignoring any but intellectual values, the judges have deliberately taken their place in what the philosophers have called a community of the mind.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nobel Prize Presentation, 1925
The Nobel Prize’s prestige stems from its dual focus on lofty, idealistic work and rigorous international evaluation, emphasizing pure intellectual merit.
In simple terms: Prestige comes from idealism and global fairness.
Key Takeaway
Value intellectual excellence over other factors.
Themes
prestige
idealism
internationalism
meritocracy
Mood
respectful
thoughtful
Type
analytical
historical
When to use this quote
- academic research
- policy making
- award nomination processes
- international collaborations
Key Concepts
philosophy
award criteria
global standards
Questions to Reflect On
- How does idealism shape award decisions?
- Should international balance outweigh local significance?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical impact or societal relevance.
