Arise Quote by Wilhelm Dilthey
“All science is experiential; but all experience must be related back to and derives its its validity from the conditions and context of consciousness in which it arises, i.e., the totality of our nature.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Essay: "Introduction to the Human Sciences", 1883
Knowledge arises from experience, but its validity depends on the conscious context that frames it.
In simple terms: Experience needs conscious context to be valid.
Key Takeaway
Consider the context of your observations.
Themes
epistemology
consciousness
experience
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
inquisitive
When to use this quote
- research design
- daily decision making
Key Concepts
subjectivity
validation
scientific method
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions underlie your observations?
- How does consciousness shape your data?
A Different Perspective
Contexts can be biased, limiting objectivity.
