Meaning of the word "tradition is a guide and not a jailer" in English
What does "tradition is a guide and not a jailer" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
tradition is a guide and not a jailer
US /trəˈdɪʃən ɪz ə ɡaɪd ænd nɑːt ə ˈdʒeɪlər/
UK /trəˈdɪʃən ɪz ə ɡaɪd ənd nɒt ə ˈdʒeɪlə/
Phrase
a proverb suggesting that customs should provide direction and wisdom without strictly limiting or preventing progress
Example:
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We can modernize our methods while remembering that tradition is a guide and not a jailer.
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The architect believed that tradition is a guide and not a jailer, so he added contemporary elements to the historic building.