Dwelling is not primarily inhabiting but taking care of and creating that space within which something comes into its own and flourishes.
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A person is neither a thing nor a process but an opening through which the Absolute can manifest.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the idea of human beings as conduits for a higher reality or truth.
Martin Heidegger suggests that humans are not merely objects or mere processes in the world; rather, they serve as openings or gateways for the Absolute, which can be understood as a profound universal truth or essence. This perspective invites reflection on the nature of existence and the potential for transcendence beyond physical and material confines.
Themes
AbsoluteManifestHumanExistencePhilosophy
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion on spirituality, one might use this quote to illustrate the idea of humans as vessels for divine experiences.
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