The idol of today pushes the hero of yesterday out of our recollection, and will, in turn, be supplanted by his successor of tomorrow.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Famous figures are eventually forgotten as new ones take their place.
- In plain terms
- Heroes of the past are replaced by new heroes of the future.
- What can you take from it?
- Fame and reputation are temporary.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What will you leave behind?
Another view
Some figures remain influential for centuries.
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