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Single Idea 19442

[catalogued under 1. Philosophy / D. Nature of Philosophy / 5. Aims of Philosophy / a. Philosophy as worldly]

Full Idea

Plato in writing is only a means for me; that which is primary and a priori, that which is the ground to which all is ultimately referred, is understanding.

Gist of Idea

I don't study Plato for his own sake; the primary aim is always understanding


Ludwig Feuerbach (Towards a Critique of Hegel's Philosophy [1839], p.63)

Book Reference

Feuerbach,Ludwig: 'The Fiery Brook: Selected Writings', ed/tr. Hanfi,Zawar [Anchor 1972], p.63

A Reaction

It always seems to that the main aim of philosophy is understanding - which is why its central activity is explanation.