Asking Quote by Rowan Williams
“Perhaps a good resolution for the new year would be to keep asking what world we want to pass on to the next generation. Indeed to ask whether we have a real and vivid sense of that next generation.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: New Year Address, 2022, unknown venue
Encourages reflecting on the kind of world we aim to leave for future generations and assessing our current values.
In simple terms: Think about the future we want for kids.
Key Takeaway
Consider your legacy and act today.
Themes
legacy
future
responsibility
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- family discussions
- community planning
Key Concepts
intergenerational ethics
visionary thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What world do you want to inherit?
- How can you influence it now?
A Different Perspective
May be idealistic; practical constraints exist.
