Bounds Quote by Ernest Gellner
“Nowledge which... transcends the bounds, the prejudices and prejudgements of any one society and culture is not an illusion but, on the contrary, a glorious and luminous reality. Just how it was achieved remains subject to debate.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Thoughts on the Anthropology of Language, Ernest Gellner, 1975
The quote argues that a universal, transcendent reality exists beyond cultural biases, though its attainment is debated.
In simple terms: A universal reality exists beyond cultural bias.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and seek truths beyond cultural limits.
Themes
universality
culture
philosophy
truth
debate
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- academic discussion
- intercultural dialogue
- philosophical research
Key Concepts
metaphysics
relativism
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we identify truths that transcend cultural biases?
- What challenges arise when claiming universal realities?
