Quotation by

Maurice Maeterlinck

At every crossroads on the path that leads to the future, tradition has placed 10,000 men to guard the past.

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

The quote means that whenever society faces a choice about moving forward, many people strongly resist change to protect old ways. These individuals act like guards who block progress by holding tightly to traditions.

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