Quote by Alfred North Whitehead

Every philosophy is tinged with the coloring of some secret imaginative background, which never emerges explicitly into its train of reasoning.

Every philosophy is tinged with the coloring of some secret

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This quote suggests that behind every philosophical argument or system of thought lies an unspoken imaginative context or perspective that influences the philosopher's reasoning. It implies that personal experiences, beliefs, and biases, which may not be directly addressed or stated, shape and color their philosophical ideas. The quote highlights the nuanced and subjective nature of philosophy, reminding us that individual perspectives are intertwined with rational analysis.

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