Humans Quote by Richard Rorty
“To abjure the notion of the truly human is to abjure the attempt to divinize the self as a replacement for a divinized world.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Philosophy and the Mirror of Nature, Richard Rorty, 1999
Rejecting humanity’s divine self‑image limits our ability to see the world as it is.
In simple terms: Avoid deifying self to see reality.
Key Takeaway
Question self‑elevating narratives.
Themes
philosophy
humanism
identity
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
- ethical debates
Key Concepts
existentialism
postmodernism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to “divinize” the self?
- How can humility improve understanding?
A Different Perspective
Self‑divinization can become ego‑centric and blind.
