Country Quote by Jawaharlal Nehru
“Culture is the widening of the mind and of the spirit. It is never a narrowing of the mind or a restriction of the human spirit or the country's spirit.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Independence Day Address, 1947
The speaker defines culture as expanding the mind and spirit, not restricting them.
In simple terms: Culture should broaden, not limit, human potential.
Key Takeaway
Embrace cultural openness and growth.
Themes
culture
mind expansion
spiritual growth
Mood
optimistic
inspirational
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social policy
- artistic expression
- global exchange
Key Concepts
humanism
education
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance tradition and openness?
- What practices nurture cultural growth?
A Different Perspective
Cultural expansion can clash with tradition.
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