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Absolutes Quote by John Dewey

“In laying hands upon the sacred ark of absolute permanency, in treating the forms that had been regarded as types of fixity and perfection as originating and passing away, the Origin of Species introduced a mode of thinking that in the end was bound to transform the logic of knowledge, and hence…” quote by John Dewey
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“In laying hands upon the sacred ark of absolute permanency, in treating the forms that had been regarded as types of fixity and perfection as originating and passing away, the Origin of Species introduced a mode of thinking that in the end was bound to transform the logic of knowledge, and hence the treatment of morals, politics, and religion.”

John Dewey

About This Quote

Source Book: On the Origin of Species, Charles Darwin, 1859

Darwin's theory reshaped how we view change, showing that even seemingly fixed concepts evolve, affecting science, ethics, and society.

In simple terms: Ideas thought thought evolve, changing many fields.

Key Takeaway

Embrace change and question permanence.

Themes

evolution knowledge ethics politics religion

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • education reform
  • policy making
  • personal growth
  • religious dialogue

Key Concepts

philosophy science logic

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does change affect your core beliefs?
  • Can permanence be beneficial?
A Different Perspective

It may overlook the stability that traditions provide.

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