Existence Quote by Dom Eugene Boylan
““Metaphysics is… at the root of all other sciences, which indeed presuppose it. It has been abandoned by the modern mind, which seems to be unable to think otherwise than with its imagination. What cannot be imagined is—according to it—impossible; what can be imagined is, therefore, capable of being and existence. From this disease of the mind, we get sentiment in place of principle in morals, the particular in place of the general in argument, metaphor in place of reality, opinion in place of certainty, prejudice in place of judgment, quantity in place of quality, matter in place of the ultimate reality, and all the whole host of false coins that are current in the intellectual commerce of today.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Philosophical critique (mid‑20th century)
Metaphysics underpins all sciences, yet modern thought neglects it, leading to confusion between imagination and reality.
In simple terms: Neglecting metaphysics causes intellectual errors.
Key Takeaway
Re‑engage with foundational philosophy.
Themes
philosophy
science
knowledge
Mood
analytical
reflective
Type
essay
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic research
- education
- public discourse
- personal belief systems
Key Concepts
metaphysical foundations
epistemology
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we separate imagination from reality?
- What role should metaphysics play in modern inquiry?
A Different Perspective
Some may view metaphysics as irrelevant to practical science.
