Modernism Quote by Stephen R.C. Hicks
““From the postmodern anti-realist metaphysics and anti-reason epistemology, the postmodern social consequences follow almost directly. Once we set aside reality and reason, what are we left with to go on? We can, as the conservatives would prefer, simply turn to our group’s traditions and follow them. Or we can, as the post-modernists will prefer, turn to our feelings and follow them. If””
About This Quote
Source Article: "Postmodernism and Its Discontents" by Stephen R.C. Hicks, 2005
When reality and reason are dismissed, people fall back on tradition or emotion, both limiting objective truth.
In simple terms: Without reason, we rely on tradition or feeling.
Key Takeaway
Seek truth beyond tradition and feeling.
Themes
reason
tradition
emotion
postmodernism
truth
Mood
skeptical
reflective
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- political discourse
- personal decision making
Key Concepts
epistemology
philosophy
cultural criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- What guides your beliefs when facts are unclear?
- Can tradition coexist with rational inquiry?
A Different Perspective
Emotion alone may ignore factual evidence.
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