Quote by Wilhelm Dilthey

The sciences which take socio-historical reality as their subject matter are seeking, more intensively than ever before, their systematic relations to one another and to their foundation.

The sciences which take socio-historical reality as their su

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This quote suggests that disciplines focusing on the sociological and historical aspects of reality are increasingly emphasizing their interconnectedness and their underlying theories. It implies that these sciences are becoming more intent on understanding their mutual relationships and the fundamental principles that guide their knowledge. By studying and exploring these relationships, these disciplines aim to enhance their systematic frameworks of understanding the social and historical realities they investigate.

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