Class Quote by Abraham Kaplan
“A philosophy which speaks, even indirectly, only to philosophers is no philosophy at all; and I think the same is true if it speaks only to scientists, or only to jurists, or priests, or any other special class.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The New Pragmatism, 1955
Philosophy must be accessible; if it speaks only to specialists, it loses relevance and impact.
In simple terms: Philosophy should be inclusive.
Key Takeaway
Speak to broader audiences.
Themes
accessibility
communication
philosophy
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- teaching
- public lectures
- writing for laypeople
Key Concepts
specialization
public discourse
education
Questions to Reflect On
- Who benefits when ideas stay within elite circles?
- How can scholars broaden their reach?
A Different Perspective
Specialized language can alienate non‑experts.
