“Piety is a discipline of the will through respect. It admits the right to exist of things larger than the ego, of things different from the ego.”
Quote by Richard M. Weaver
Work
Ideas Have Consequences: Expanded Edition
This book delves into the profound influence of various philosophical concepts on the development of society and culture, offering an in-depth analysis of their historical and contemporary significance. more
Author
Richard M. Weaver
Richard M. Weaver was an influential American philosopher, born on March 3, 1910, and died on April 1, 1963. He is known for his profound insights into language, culture, and political philosophy, particularly for his work 'The Language of Art', which explored the nature of language and its relationship to reality. more
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