Debate and divergence of views can only enrich our history and culture.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
The history of the past interests us only in so far as it illuminates the history of the present.
We cannot leave history entirely to nonclinical observers and to professional historians.
Over the course of time this gave us a deep respect for ideas, both our own and those of others, and an understanding that conflict through debate is a powerful means of revealing truth.
We can have our beliefs and still read and discuss things.
Civilizations can only be understood by those who are civilized.
Ultimately, a real understanding of history means that we face nothing new under the sun.
I'm not allowing my perspective to be dictated by the dominant culture.
The histories of mankind are histories only of the higher classes.
Neither the life of an individual nor the history of a society can be understood without understanding both.
Philosophy can only be approached with the most concrete comprehension.