Quote by Simone Weil

Imagination is always the fabric of social life and the dynamic of history. The influence of real needs and compulsions, of real interests and materials, is indirect because the crowd is never conscious of it.

Imagination is always the fabric of social life and the dyna

Summary

This quote suggests that imagination plays a crucial role in shaping social life and driving historical changes. It implies that the influence of practical needs and tangible factors is not immediately apparent to the collective consciousness. Rather, the crowd is driven by the power of imagination, which fuels aspirations, ideas, and ideals that shape societal structures and historical events. In essence, imagination is the unseen force that drives and molds the path of human civilization.

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