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Faith Quote by Roger Scruton

“Whatever our religion and our private convictions, we are the collective inheritors of things both excellent and rare, and political life, for us, ought to have one overriding goal, which is to hold fast to those things, in order to pass them on to our children.” quote by Roger Scruton
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““Whatever our religion and our private convictions, we are the collective inheritors of things both excellent and rare, and political life, for us, ought to have one overriding goal, which is to hold fast to those things, in order to pass them on to our children.””

Roger Scruton

About This Quote

Source Book: The Conservative Mind, Roger Scruton, 2005

He argues that society should preserve valuable traditions and knowledge for future generations.

In simple terms: Preserve valuable traditions for children.

Key Takeaway

Protect cultural heritage.

Themes

tradition education politics

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • family education
  • community building

Key Concepts

Conservatism intergenerational responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What traditions are essential to keep?
  • How can we adapt heritage for modern life?
A Different Perspective

Balancing preservation with progress can be challenging.

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