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“One of the most useful tasks of apology is to bring home to us how keenly, honestly, and painfully past generations pursued aims that now seem to us wrong and disgraceful. It behooves us to consider if future geenrations will similarly regard the aims we most defend today.” quote by John Kador
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“One of the most useful tasks of apology is to bring home to us how keenly, honestly, and painfully past generations pursued aims that now seem to us wrong and disgraceful. It behooves us to consider if future geenrations will similarly regard the aims we most defend today.”

John Kador

About This Quote

Source Essay: Ethics of Apology, 2018

Apologies teach us how past generations pursued now‑disgraceful aims, prompting reflection on future judgments.

In simple terms: Apology reveals past wrongs and future perspectives.

Key Takeaway

Use apologies to examine evolving moral standards.

Themes

history apology ethics generational change

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • public policy
  • intergenerational dialogue

Key Concepts

moral philosophy social memory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can apologies foster genuine learning?
  • What future aims might we regret?
A Different Perspective

Apologies may be insincere or politicized.

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