Sämtliche Werken, ed. Josef Nadler (1949-1957), vol. III, p. 231.
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Without language we would have no reason, without reason no religion, and without these three essential aspects of our nature, neither mind nor bond of society.
— Johann Georg Hamann
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About Johann Georg Hamann
Johann Georg Hamann (August 27 1730 – June 21 1788) was a German philosopher of the Counter-Enlightenment and a main proponent of the Sturm und Drang movement.
About Johann Georg Hamann
Johann Georg Hamann (August 27 1730 – June 21 1788) was a German philosopher of the Counter-Enlightenment and a main proponent of the Sturm und Drang movement.
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