Quote by Karl Pearson

Order and reason, beauty and benevolence, are characteristics and conceptions which we find solely associated with the mind of man.

Order and reason, beauty and benevolence, are characteristic

Summary

This quote suggests that attributes like order, reason, beauty, and benevolence are unique to human beings. It implies that these qualities are not found in other creatures or naturally occurring phenomena. The quote highlights the distinctiveness of the human mind, implying that it is responsible for generating concepts and embodying characteristics that elevate humanity above other forms of life.

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Beauty Order Reason Perception Senses Consciousness Benevolence

By Karl Pearson

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