Music and dance Quote by Martin Heidegger
““This ground itself needs to be properly accounted for by that for which it accounts, that is, by the causation through the supremely original matter – and that is the cause as causa sui. This is the right name for the god of philosophy. Man can neither pray nor sacrifice to this god. Before the causa sui, man can neither fall to his knees in awe nor can he play music and dance before this god.””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Philosophy Seminar, 1935
He describes a self‑causing divine principle beyond human worship, a god of pure causation.
In simple terms: He speaks of an unknowable, self‑originating force.
Key Takeaway
Contemplate the limits of belief.
Themes
metaphysics
ontology
divine
causation
human limits
Mood
thoughtful
enigmatic
Type
philosophical
theoretical
speculative
When to use this quote
- academic discourse
- spiritual reflection
- creative writing
Key Concepts
existentialism
theology
philosophical inquiry
Questions to Reflect On
- Can we grasp self‑origin?
- What does this mean for faith?
A Different Perspective
Concept may be too abstract for many.
