Your corn is ripe today; mine will be so tomorrow. 'Tis profitable for us both, that I should labour with you today, and that you should aid me tomorrow.
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Be a philosopher but, amid all your philosophy be still a man.
Interpretation
What this quote means
One should pursue philosophical thought while remaining grounded in human experiences.
David Hume urges us to embrace philosophical inquiry and understanding, but he cautions that it is crucial to remain connected to our human essence and experiences. Philosophy can sometimes lead to abstraction and detachment, so it is important to strike a balance between deep thought and the basic qualities of being human, such as empathy, kindness, and understanding.
Themes
PhilosophyHumanityBalanceUnderstandingWisdom
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of critical thinking in education.
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