“Both in thought and in feeling, even though time be real, to realise the unimportance of time is the gate of wisdom.”
Book:Mysticism and Logic
Quote by Bertrand Russell
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Mysticism and Logic
This book delves into the conceptual relationship between mystical experiences and the principles of logical thought, examining how these two realms may be interconnected. more
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Bertrand Russell
Bertrand Russell was a British philosopher, mathematician, and logician born on May 18, 1872, and died on February 2, 1970. He is known for his contributions to logic and mathematics, particularly in the fields of mathematical logic and philosophical analysis. His works spanned a wide range of subjects, including ethics, political philosophy, history, and literary criticism. more
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