Continuance Quote by Thomas Cranmer
“There was never anything so well devised by men which in continuance of time hath not been corrupted”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Second Book of Homilies, 1552
Time erodes even the best plans; nothing remains uncorrupted forever.
In simple terms: All things decay over time.
Key Takeaway
Plan for durability and adaptability.
Themes
impermanence
corruption
time
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- politics
- technology
- relationships
- environmental policy
Key Concepts
entropy
ethical decay
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards protect against decay?
- How does decay influence trust?
A Different Perspective
Some systems resist decay longer than others.
