Quote by Albert Camus

An intellectual is someone whose mind watches itself.

An intellectual is someone whose mind watches itself.

Summary

This quote suggests that an intellectual is someone who possesses a self-reflective mind. They have the ability to observe and evaluate their own thoughts, opinions, and reasoning processes with a critical and analytical approach. Rather than being entirely swept up in their own beliefs, an intellectual maintains a certain detachment and is willing to question and challenge their own ideas. This self-awareness and capacity for introspection enable them to delve deeper into knowledge and understanding, constantly seeking to expand their perspective.

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By Albert Camus

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