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Quote by Johan Huizinga
History is the interpretation of the significance that the past ha

History is the interpretation of the significance that the past has for us. – Johan Huizinga

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In Europe art has to a large degree taken the place of religion. In America it seems rather to be science. – Johan Huizinga

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Religion
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Whether the aim is in heaven or on earth, wisdom or wealth, the essential condition of its pursuit and attainment is always security and order. – Johan Huizinga

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Wisdom
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An aristocratic culture does not advertise its emotions. In its forms of expression it is sober and reserved. Its general attitude is stoic. – Johan Huizinga

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Attitude
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If you think you have it tough, read history books. – Bill Maher

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The history of all previous societies has been the history of class struggles. – Karl Marx

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A study of the history of opinion is a necessary preliminary to the emancipation of the mind. – John Maynard Keynes

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History

My face has changed with the years and has enough history in it to give audiences something to work with. – Jeanne Moreau

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History

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