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Quote by Martin Buber

“A person cannot approach the divine by reaching beyond the human. To become human, is what this individual person, has been created for.”

Quote by Martin Buber

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Martin Buber was a German philosopher known for his profound insights into human relationships. His work 'I and Thou' explored the direct relationship between individuals, which had a profound impact on existentialism and philosophical anthropology. more

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