Quote by Wilhelm Dilthey

If there were a science of human beings it would be anthropology that aims at understanding the totality of experience through structural context.

If there were a science of human beings it would be anthropo

Summary

This quote emphasizes the role of anthropology as a potential science for understanding human beings. It suggests that anthropology's primary objective is to comprehend the entirety of human experience by examining the structural and contextual aspects surrounding it. By considering the diverse cultural, social, and historical factors that shape human behavior, anthropology aims to provide a holistic understanding of humanity. This quote highlights the interdisciplinary nature of anthropology, emphasizing its capacity to study human beings from multiple perspectives and dimensions.

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Experience Science

By Wilhelm Dilthey

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