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The territorial state is such an ancient form of society - here in Europe it dates back thousands of years - that it is
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"The territorial state is such an ancient form of society - here in Europe it dates back thousands of years - that it is now protected by the sanctity of age and the glory of tradition. A strong religious feeling mingles with the respect and the devotion to the fatherland"

- Christian Lous Lange

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This quote by Christian Lous Lange speaks to the power of tradition and the respect for the territorial state. It suggests that the territorial state is so ancient and has been around for thousands of years in Europe, that it is now viewed as something sacred and is safeguarded by the sanctity of age and the splendor of tradition. This is additional strengthened by a strong religious sensation that is intertwined with the regard and devotion to the fatherland. This quote speaks with the power of custom and how it can shape our views and beliefs. It also speaks to the significance of respecting the territorial state and the fatherland, and how this is intertwined with a strong spiritual feeling. This quote is a reminder of the significance of custom and how it can shape our views and beliefs.

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Christian Lous Lange This quote is written / told by Christian Lous Lange between September 17, 1869 and December 11, 1938. He was a famous Politician from Norway. The author also have 34 other quotes.

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