An aversion to nationalism is fully compatible with a deep attachment to national traditions. But the fact that I prefer and feel reverence for some of the traditions of my society need not be the cause of hostility to what is strange and different.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- You can love your national traditions without hating outsiders. Nationalism and reverence for heritage don't require hostility to differences.
- In plain terms
- Loving your country doesn't mean hating others.
- What can you take from it?
- Appreciate heritage without rejecting outsiders.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can you be patriotic without being nationalistic?
- Where is the line?
Another view
Strong nationalism often leads to suspicion of foreigners.
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