Quote by Hermann von Helmholtz

Not that I wish by any means to deny, that the mental life of individuals and peoples is also in conformity with law, as is the object of philosophical, philological, historical, moral, and social sciences to establish.

Not that I wish by any means to deny, that the mental life o

Summary

This quote expresses the belief that the thoughts, emotions, and behavior of individuals and societies are not random or chaotic, but rather governed by certain inherent laws. It acknowledges that disciplines such as philosophy, linguistics, history, ethics, and sociology aim to uncover and understand these underlying laws. It suggests that by studying and analyzing the mental life of individuals and peoples, we can gain insights into the principles that guide their actions and make sense of the complexity of human existence.

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By Hermann von Helmholtz

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