In the life of the mass-order, the culture of the generality tends to conform to the demands of the average human being. Spirituality decays through … - Karl Jaspers

" "

In the life of the mass-order, the culture of the generality tends to conform to the demands of the average human being. Spirituality decays through being diffused among the masses when knowledge is impoverished in every possible way by rationalisation until it becomes accessible to the crude understanding of all.

English
Collect this quote

About Karl Jaspers

Karl Theodor Jaspers (23 February 1883 – 26 February 1969) was a German psychiatrist and philosopher. Among his most well known contributions is his idea of the Axial Age [Achsenzeit].

Biography information from Wikiquote

Also Known As

Native Name: Karl Theodor Jaspers
Alternative Names: Karl Theodor Jasper

Share this quote as an image

Customize card

PREMIUM FEATURE

Advanced Search Filters

Filter search results by source, date, and more with our premium search tools.

Related quotes. More quotes will automatically load as you scroll down, or you can use the load more buttons.

Additional quotes by Karl Jaspers

Unlimited Quote Collections

Organize your favorite quotes without limits. Create themed collections for every occasion with Premium.

This I know: in my freedom I am not through myself, but am given to myself, for I can fail myself and I cannot force my freedom. Where I am authentically myself, I am certain that I am not through myself. The highest freedom is experienced in freedom from the world, and this freedom is a profound bond with transcendence.

Loading...