Philosophy Quote by Victor Hugo
““There is, we are aware, a philosophy that denies the infinite. There is also a philosophy, classified as pathologic, that denies the sun; this philosophy is called blindness.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, 19th century literature
A critique of philosophies that reject boundlessness or reality, equating denial of the sun with blindness.
In simple terms: Denying infinity or reality is like blindness.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and embrace the infinite.
Themes
philosophy
perception
reality
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- personal reflection
- art criticism
Key Concepts
existentialism
metaphysics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does denying the infinite limit understanding?
- What does “blindness” symbolize here?
A Different Perspective
Such denial may stem from fear or limited perspective.
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