The individual is part of a larger whole from "summary" of The Decline of the West by Oswald Spengler
In every living organism, from the simplest to the most complex, it is possible to observe a fundamental unity of structure and function. The individual is not an isolated entity, but rather a part of a larger whole, a cell within a body, a member within a society. This principle of unity is not limited to the biological realm; it extends to the cultural, historical, and philosophical dimensions of human existence. The individual, in his thoughts, actions, and creations, is shaped by the cultural and historical context in which he finds himself. He is a product of his civilization, a reflection of its values, beliefs, and aspirations. Just as a single cell is part of a larger organism, so too is the individual part of a larger cultural and historical framework. This concept of ...
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