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Appeal Quote by Yevgeny Zamyatin

“We appeal, not to those who reject today in the name of a return to yesterday, not to those who are hopelessly deafened by today; we appeal to those who see the distant tomorrow -- and judge today in the name of tomorrow.” quote by Yevgeny Zamyatin
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“We appeal, not to those who reject today in the name of a return to yesterday, not to those who are hopelessly deafened by today; we appeal to those who see the distant tomorrow -- and judge today in the name of tomorrow.”

Yevgeny Zamyatin

About This Quote

Source Novel: We, Yevgeny Zamyatin, 1921

A call to future‑oriented people, urging them to judge today by tomorrow’s promise, not past nostalgia.

In simple terms: Appeal to those who think forward.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize future impact over past grievances.

Themes

progress vision hope future critique

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • education reform
  • community planning
  • personal goal setting

Key Concepts

philosophy political thought ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance present needs with future goals?
  • What risks arise from ignoring past lessons?
A Different Perspective

Idealism may overlook present realities.

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