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“The preoccupation with what should be is estimable only when the respect for what is has been exhausted.”

Jose Ortega y Gasset

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Source Philosophy: Meditations on First Philosophy, 1930

Only after fully appreciating reality can we responsibly consider ideals.

In simple terms: Respect reality before idealizing.

Key Takeaway

Ground aspirations in real understanding.

Themes

philosophy reality idealism

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • personal goals
  • academic research

Key Concepts

epistemology valuation ethical judgment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What truths do you overlook?
  • How do you balance ideal and real?
A Different Perspective

Idealism can ignore practical constraints.

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