Awakening Quote by Augustus De Morgan
“All existing things upon this earth, which have knowledge of their own existence, possess, some in one degree and some in another, the power of thought, accompanied by perception, which is the awakening of thought by the effects of external objects upon the senses.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Treatise, 19th century
All beings with self‑awareness possess thought and perception, which are awakened by sensory interaction with external objects.
In simple terms: Thought arises from sensing the world.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate awareness of sensory input.
Themes
philosophy
psychology
epistemology
consciousness
perception
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
academic
Type
philosophical
scientific
When to use this quote
- education
- mindfulness practice
- scientific observation
Key Concepts
cognition
sensory theory
mind‑body
Questions to Reflect On
- How does perception shape thought?
- Can we measure awareness in non‑human entities?
A Different Perspective
May overgeneralize across species.
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