Entering Quote by Henri Bergson
“Intuition is a method of feeling one's way intellectually into the inner heart of a thing, in order to locate what is unique and inexpressible in it. If there is a way of grasping a reality in absolute rather than relative terms, of entering into it rather than taking up positions on it, of seizing hold of it without any translation or symbolism, then that way is metaphysics itself.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Essay: Creative Evolution, 1907
Intuition directly grasps the essence of things, bypassing conceptual analysis, embodying true metaphysics.
In simple terms: Intuition knows the essence.
Key Takeaway
Trust intuitive insight over mere logic.
Themes
philosophy
creativity
knowledge
Mood
contemplative
introspective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- artistic creation
- scientific discovery
- personal growth
Key Concepts
metaphysics
intuition
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you rely on intuition versus analysis?
- How can intuition be communicated to others?
A Different Perspective
Intuition can be vague and hard to verify objectively.
