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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Understanding of being is itself a determination of being of Da-sein.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Understanding existence shapes our sense of being.
This quote by Martin Heidegger highlights the idea that our comprehension of existence, termed 'being', fundamentally influences our own sense of being or identity. Heidegger emphasizes the significance of self-awareness and reflection in defining our place in the world, suggesting that to understand ourselves, we must first grapple with the concept of existence itself.
Themes
BeingUnderstandingExistencePhilosophyIdentity
In practice
Example use cases
In a lecture on existential philosophy, you might use this quote to illustrate the connection between understanding and existence.
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