Body Quote by James Truslow Adams
“It may be that without a vision men shall die. It is no less true that, without hard practical sense, they shall also die. Without Jefferson the new nation might have lost its soul. Without Hamilton it would assuredly have been killed in body.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Epic of America, 1931
Vision and practical skill are both essential for a nation's survival; lacking either leads to decline.
In simple terms: Balance ideas and action for success.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate both vision and practicality.
Themes
leadership
nation-building
vision
practicality
history
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- public policy
- education reform
- community projects
Key Concepts
political theory
economics
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance dreaming and doing?
- What practical steps support your vision?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on one can cause imbalance.
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