“This merely formal conceiving of the facts of one's own wretchedness is at the same time a departure from them--placing them in the object. It is not idle, therefore, to observe reflexively that in that very Thought, one has separated himself from them, and is no longer that which empirically he still sees himself to be.”
Quote by William Ernest Hocking
Work
The Meaning of God in Human Experience
This book delves into the concept of God as it manifests in various aspects of human existence, examining the significance and impact of divine presence in the lives of individuals. more
Author
William Ernest Hocking
William Ernest Hocking was an American philosopher known for his contributions to moral and religious philosophy. His work had a profound impact on the philosophical community in the early 20th century, particularly in the field of moral philosophy. more
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