Age Quote by Timothy Morton
“Bohm's 'ontological interpretation' was so called because of the bad rap the word 'ontology' has had in our correlationist age. As a bit of a put-down.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Hyperobjects: Philosophy and Ecology after the End of the World, 2013
The comment critiques how the term “ontology” is dismissed in modern correlationist thinking, implying that philosophical foundations are still needed.
In simple terms: People misuse “ontology” as a bad word.
Key Takeaway
Re‑evaluate philosophical concepts critically.
Themes
philosophy
ontology
science
correlation
ecology
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
academic
When to use this quote
- academic research
- environmental policy
- education
- public discourse
Key Concepts
metaphysics
critical theory
environmental philosophy
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we reject certain philosophical terms?
- How can ontology inform ecological thinking?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on jargon can alienate audiences.
