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“Every principle is a judgment, every judgment the outcome of experience, and experience is only acquired by the exercise of the senses . . .” quote by Marquis de Sade
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“Every principle is a judgment, every judgment the outcome of experience, and experience is only acquired by the exercise of the senses . . .”

Marquis de Sade

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Source Philosophy: The 120 Days of Sodom, 1785

Judgments stem from sensory experience; our senses shape how we evaluate the world.

In simple terms: Our senses guide our judgments.

Key Takeaway

Observe and reflect before judging.

Themes

philosophy perception judgment

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • everyday decision making
  • critical thinking
  • education
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

empiricism subjectivity cognitive psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do your senses influence your decisions?
  • Can you trust intuition alone?
A Different Perspective

Sensory limits can bias judgments.

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