Quote by Samuel Johnson

All theory is against the freedom of the will; all experience for it

All theory is against the freedom of the will; all experien

Summary

This quote suggests that theoretical knowledge or philosophical concepts tend to argue against the existence of free will or the ability to make choices independently. On the other hand, real-life experiences or empirical observations support the idea of free will, implying that personal encounters and practical evidence suggest that individuals have the freedom to make their own decisions. Overall, theory seems to challenge free will, while experience supports it.

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