Innovation Quote by Mary Wollstonecraft
“When any prevailing prejudice is attacked, the wise will consider, and leave the narrow-minded to rail with thoughtless vehemence at innovation.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Feminist Thought, Mary Wollstonecraft, 1792
When prejudice is challenged, wise people step back while narrow‑minded attack innovation.
In simple terms: Wise people avoid reacting to prejudice attacks on innovation.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate openness and resist reactionary hostility.
Themes
prejudice
innovation
wisdom
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- educators
- leaders
- activists
- creators
Key Concepts
critical thinking
social change
intellectual humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies protect innovators from backlash?
- What habits foster open‑mindedness?
A Different Perspective
Prejudice can still dominate discourse despite rational arguments.
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