Ages Quote by William Temple
“Books, like proverbs, receive their chief value from the stamp and esteem of ages through which they passed.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Christian Moral Life, 1935
Books gain lasting value through the collective esteem and wisdom they accumulate over time.
In simple terms: Books become valuable as societies esteem them.
Preserve and respect cultural knowledge.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- library curation
- education curricula
- archival work
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does collective esteem shape what is preserved?
- Who decides which books gain value?
May ignore marginalized voices.