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What does the tradition seek to preserve?
What does the tradition seek to preserve?
- Revolutionary pace of change
- Religious faith and traditional customer values (correct)
- Unforeseen consequences of actions
- Innovation and change
What does Burke believe about the pace of change?
What does Burke believe about the pace of change?
- It should be gradual, not revolutionary (correct)
- It should be resisted at all costs
- It should be embraced without hesitation
- It should be rapid and unpredictable
Why do some resist change in the existing order?
Why do some resist change in the existing order?
- They seek to assess unforeseen consequences of actions
- They embrace human imperfection and welcome revolutionary change
- They aim to preserve innovation and societal progress
- They believe human beings are morally imperfect and resist until change becomes inevitable (correct)
What is considered a benefit of preserving tradition according to the text?
What is considered a benefit of preserving tradition according to the text?
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What does tradition reflect according to the text?
What does tradition reflect according to the text?
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Study Notes
Tradition and Change
- The tradition seeks to preserve the accumulated wisdom of the past.
Burke's View on Change
- Burke believes that change should occur gradually, as sudden changes can be destructive.
Resistance to Change
- Some resist change in the existing order because they value the sense of continuity and stability it provides.
Benefits of Preserving Tradition
- Preserving tradition is considered beneficial because it allows for the preservation of collective wisdom and experience.
Reflection of Tradition
- Tradition reflects the collective wisdom, values, and experiences of past generations.
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