Quote by Giambattista Vico

Metaphysics abstracts the mind from the senses, and the poetic faculty must submerge the whole mind in the senses. Metaphysics soars up to universals, and the poetic faculty must plunge deep into particulars.

Metaphysics abstracts the mind from the senses, and the poet

Summary

This quote highlights the contrasting nature of metaphysics and poetry. Metaphysics is concerned with abstract concepts and universal truths, which detach the mind from sensory experiences. On the other hand, poetry emphasizes the connection between the mind and the senses, as it delves into the richness of the particular and concrete. Metaphysics seeks to rise above the world while poetry immerses itself in the world. Therefore, metaphysics aims to discover general principles, whereas poetry seeks to capture the vividness and specificity of existence.

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