Quote by Karl Jaspers

If philosophy is practice, a demand to know the manner in which its history is to be studied is entailed: a theoretical attitude toward it becomes real only in the living appropriation of its contents from the texts.

If philosophy is practice, a demand to know the manner in wh

Summary

This quote suggests that the study of philosophy necessitates an active engagement with its history. Simply possessing a theoretical understanding is not enough; one must also actively dive into the texts and appropriate the knowledge offered by them. Philosophy is viewed as a practice rather than a mere abstract concept, and therefore, a practical approach to studying its history is crucial. By immersing oneself in philosophical texts, one can truly grasp and understand the essence of the discipline.

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By Karl Jaspers

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