Top 10 most inspiring quotes by Edmund Burke
- The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.
- Woman is not made to be the admiration of all, but the happiness of one.
- Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could do only a little.
- It is ordained in the eternal constitution of things, that men of intemperate minds cannot be free. Their passions forge their fetters.
- When bad men combine, the good must associate; else they will fall one by one, an unpitied sacrifice in a contemptible struggle.
- No power so effectually robs the mind of all its powers of acting and reasoning as fear.
- He that wrestles with us strengthens our nerves and sharpens our skill. Our antagonist is our helper.
- If we command our wealth, we shall be rich and free. If our wealth commands us, we are poor indeed.
- It is a general popular error to imagine the loudest complainers for the public to be the most anxious for its welfare.
- It is not, what a lawyer tells me I may do; but what humanity, reason, and justice, tell me I ought to do.
Edmund Burke (1729–1797) was an Irish statesman, philosopher, and orator, often regarded as the father of modern conservatism. Born in Dublin, Ireland, he became a prominent figure during the 18th century, known for his eloquent writing and speeches on political philosophy and social issues.
Burke is best known for his influential work “Reflections on the Revolution in France” (1790), in which he criticized the excesses of the French Revolution and championed the value of tradition, gradual change, and the preservation of established institutions. He believed that societies should evolve organically and that abrupt upheavals could lead to chaos and tyranny.
Throughout his career, Burke served as a Member of Parliament and held various political positions. He supported the American colonies’ right to self-governance but opposed their bid for complete independence from Britain, advocating for a compromise to maintain imperial unity.
His emphasis on the importance of prudent, pragmatic reform and his critiques of radical ideologies have left a lasting impact on political thought. Burke’s writings have continued to influence conservative thinkers and politicians, shaping discussions on the role of government, tradition, and societal stability. His intellectual legacy remains relevant in debates surrounding the balance between individual rights and societal cohesion.
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