Quote by: Wilhelm Dilthey

A knowledge of the forces that rule society, of the causes that have produced its upheavals, and of society's resources for promoting healthy progress has become of vital concern to our civilization.


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Author Bio


  • NameWilhelm Dilthey
  • DescriptionGerman historian, psychologist, sociologist, student of hermeneutics, and philosopher
  • BornNovember 19, 1833
  • DiedOctober 1, 1911
  • CountryGermany; Russian Empire
  • ProfessionPhilosopher; Historian; Psychologist; Theologian; Educationist; Sociologist
  • AwardsOrder Of Merit For Arts And Science