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Fallacy Quote by John Dewey

“I should venture to assert that the most pervasive fallacy of philosophic thinking goes back to neglect of context.” quote by John Dewey
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“I should venture to assert that the most pervasive fallacy of philosophic thinking goes back to neglect of context.”

John Dewey

About This Quote

Source Essay: Philosophy of Context, 1930

Claims many philosophical errors stem from ignoring contextual factors.

In simple terms: Context is essential in philosophy.

Key Takeaway

Consider context in thinking.

Themes

philosophy critical thinking context

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

academic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • academic research
  • policy making
  • everyday decisions

Key Concepts

situational analysis epistemology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does context alter conclusions?
  • What contexts are often overlooked?
A Different Perspective

Context can be complex to assess.

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