Abraham Quote by I. F. Stone
“You have to take the long view. First, when Moses came down from Mt. Sinai, man has already progressed to the point where a commandment against cannibalism was no longer necessary. And, second, it's like pissing on a boulder. For the first few thousand years, you don't see any effect. But after that, you start to see a definite impact.”
About This Quote
Long‑term cultural shifts are slow; early changes may seem ineffective, but over centuries they produce noticeable impact.
In simple terms: Big cultural changes take centuries; early signs may be invisible.
Key Takeaway
Patience is needed for societal progress.
Themes
history
cultural evolution
long‑term view
patience
change
Mood
patient
hopeful
Type
historical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social reforms
- technological adoption
- environmental policy
Practical Applications
- track long‑term trends
- avoid expecting immediate results
Questions to Reflect On
- What slow changes are you witnessing?
- How to stay motivated during early, unseen phases?
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