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Single Idea 19638

[filed under theme 1. Philosophy / E. Nature of Metaphysics / 1. Nature of Metaphysics ]

Full Idea

Every metaphysic begins with an anguish of the body, which then becomes universal.

Gist of Idea

Metaphysics is a universalisation of physical anguish

Source

E.M. Cioran (A Short History of Decay [1949], 6 'Underside')

Book Ref

Cioran,E.M.: 'A Short History of Decay', ed/tr. Howard,Richard [Penguin 2010], p.158

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A Reaction

Not sure if I understand this, but anyone who registers the physical aspect of abstract thought gets a nod of approval from me.