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There may be, and there often is indeed, a regard for ancestry, which nourishes only a weak pride; as there is also a care for posterity, which only disguises an habitual avarice, or hides the workings of a low and groveling vanity. But there is also a moral and philosophical respect for our ancestors which elevates the character and improves the heart.
Also attributed to: Harry Emerson Fosdick
The point
While weak pride in ancestry or greed disguised as concern for posterity are vile, there is a noble moral respect for ancestors that elevates character and improves the heart.
Audience
Adults
Tone
Reflective · Instructive
To tell aloud
under a minute · 62 words