Quote by Theodor Adorno

True thoughts are those alone which do not understand themselves.

True thoughts are those alone which do not understand themse

Summary

This quote suggests that true thoughts are beyond our conscious understanding. It implies that genuine insights or deep revelations come from a place beyond our rational comprehension. True thoughts are not limited by our preconceived notions or biases, but rather emerge from a place of pure intuition or insight that is disconnected from our conscious self. In essence, the quote values the idea that the most profound thoughts are those that defy our own understanding.

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By Theodor Adorno

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