"On a group of theories one can found a school; but on a group of values one can found a culture, a civilization, a new way of living together among men"
- Ignazio Silone
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This quote by Ignazio Silone talks to the power of shared worths in developing a culture, civilization, and method of living together. He recommends that while theories can form the basis of a school, it is worths that can form the basis of a culture, civilization, and way of living together. This suggests that values are more effective than theories in developing a sense of community and shared identity. Values can be viewed as the foundation of a culture, providing a shared set of beliefs and principles that direct the behavior of its members. Worths can likewise be seen as the glue that binds a culture together, providing a sense of unity and function. By sharing values, people can come together to form a culture, civilization, and method of living together that is based upon shared respect and understanding.
This quote is written / told by Ignazio Silone between May 1, 1900 and August 22, 1978. He/she was a famous Author from Italy.
The author also have 4 other quotes.
"We have our own history, our own language, our own culture. But our destiny is also tied up with the destinies of other people - history has made us all South Africans"
"Of course as children, we all, in all cultures and societies, learn behavior from observation, imitation, and encouragement of various kinds. So by the suggestion made, we all 'pretend' most of the time"
"Without culture, and the relative freedom it implies, society, even when perfect, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future"
