Age Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
“Not to know what has been transacted in former times is to be always a child. If no use is made of the labors of past ages, the world must remain always in the infancy of knowledge.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letters to Atticus, c. 45 BC
Neglecting past knowledge keeps society immature; learning from history is essential for progress.
In simple terms: Ignoring history makes us childish.
Study history to grow.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education reform
- policy making
- personal development
- cultural preservation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we apply ancient wisdom today?
- What prevents societies from learning from history?
Past lessons can be misinterpreted or ignored.