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Other philosophy communities have only interpreted the world in various ways. The point, however, is to change it. [ x ]
"I thunk it so I dunk it." - Descartes
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This is his very best and most important quote imo
And it's so true for most philosophers. I love learning about the history of philosophy, but the critique behind this quote is just devastating for almost the entire field.
its on his grave so theres reason to belive he would have agreed.