My own being can be judged by the depths I reach in making these historical origins my own.
Karl JaspersOnly a development of thought achieved through the self-education of the whole man can prevent any body of thought whatsoever from becoming a poison; can prevent enlightenment from becoming an agent of death.
Karl JaspersThe great philosophers and the great works are standards for the selection of what is essential. Everything that we do in studying the history of philosophy ultimately serves their better understanding.
Karl JaspersWhat makes us afraid is our great freedom in the face of the emptiness that has still to be filled.
Karl Jaspers