Quote by Arthur Schopenhauer

How very paltry and limited the normal human intellect is, and how little lucidity there is in the human consciousness, may be judged from the fact that, despite the ephemeral brevity of human life, the uncertainty of our existence and the countless enigmas which press upon us from all sides, everyone does not continually and ceaselessly philosophize, but that only the rarest of exceptions do.

How very paltry and limited the normal human intellect is, a

Summary

This quote highlights the limitations of human intellect and the lack of awareness in human consciousness. It suggests that despite the shortness of human life, the uncertainties we face, and the numerous mysteries surrounding us, most people do not constantly engage in philosophical thinking. The quote implies that it is rare for individuals to deeply reflect and question the nature of existence, illustrating the general tendency for people to overlook profound philosophical contemplation.

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By Arthur Schopenhauer

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