Conformity Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
“Tradition is a guide and not a jailer.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Constant Wife, 1926
Tradition offers guidance but should not restrict innovation or personal freedom.
In simple terms: Tradition guides, not restricts.
Balance respect for tradition with openness to change.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family decisions
- business policies
- social reforms
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you honor tradition while embracing new ideas?
- When should tradition be questioned?
Rigid adherence can stifle progress.