A very minimal definition or starting point for investigating what Conservatism is...
There is an enduring moral order.
Human nature is constant, knowable and understandable.
Truth is absolute and moral truths are permanent.
Civilized society requires order.
Therefore:
Conservatism rests on the rock of “Ordered Liberty,” which includes the following listed without explanation:
Individual Liberty
Economic Freedom
Permanence
Prudence
Continuity
Prescription
Variety
Imperfectability
Private Property
Voluntary Community
Restrained Power (small limited gov)
Restrained Passions (rule of law)
Reasoned and Temperate Progress
Strong National Defense
JW
The mark is moved.