Quote by Hugo Ball

Everywhere, the ethical predicament of our time imposes itself with an urgency which suggests that even the question Have we anything to eat? will be answered not in material but in ethical terms.

Everywhere, the ethical predicament of our time imposes itse

Summary

This quote emphasizes the significance of the ethical challenges prevalent in today's world. It suggests that the ethical dilemmas we face are so pressing that even basic questions such as food availability will ultimately be addressed in terms of ethics, rather than simply material concerns. This implies that ethical considerations have become increasingly important and essential in guiding our choices and actions, indicating the increasing influence of moral values on issues that go beyond basic necessities.

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Ethics

By Hugo Ball

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