Quote by Voltaire (FranÃ§oisMarie Arouet)

When he to whom a person speaks does not understand, and he who speaks does not understand himself, that is metaphysics.

When he to whom a person speaks does not understand, and he

Summary

This quote suggests that when a person speaks and the listener fails to understand, and even the speaker himself does not comprehend the meaning of his own words, it is an example of metaphysics. Metaphysics refers to the branch of philosophy that deals with the fundamental nature of reality, existence, and the relationship between mind and matter. Thus, the quote implies that in situations where communication lacks clarity or understanding, it often delves into abstract and philosophical realms beyond immediate comprehension.

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Philosophy

By Voltaire (FranÃ§oisMarie Arouet)

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