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All thought must, directly or indirectly, by way of certain characters, relate ultimately to intuitions, and therefore, with us, to sensibility, because in no other way can an object be given to us.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Kant emphasizes the importance of intuition and sensibility in the process of thought.
In this quote, Immanuel Kant argues that all forms of thought, whether directly or indirectly, are linked to our intuitions and sensibility. He suggests that objects can only be comprehended through our sensory experiences, highlighting the fundamental role of human perception in understanding the world around us.
Themes
ThoughtIntuitionSensibilityPhilosophyUnderstanding
In practice
Example use cases
In a philosophy class discussing the nature of perception.
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