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Quote by Jean-Francois Lyotard
One can decide that the principal role of knowledge is as an indis

One can decide that the principal role of knowledge is as an indispensable element in the functioning of society, and act in accordance with that decision, only if one has already decided that society is a giant machine. – Jean-Francois Lyotard

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What guides Marxism, then, is a different model of society, and a different conception of the function of the knowledge that can be produced by society and acquired from it. – Jean-Francois Lyotard

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On the other hand, in a society whose communication component is becoming more prominent day by day, both as a reality and as an issue, it is clear that language assumes a new importance. – Jean-Francois Lyotard

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Id like to work with any actress from whom I can learn-one who has had many experiences with many directors and is willing to share some of her knowledge with me. – Fred Savage

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Science gives us knowledge, but only philosophy can give us wisdom. – Will Durant

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I want to be safe in the knowledge that I can tour and play festivals for a long time. The main thing is that I want a good reputation as a live performer. If I have that, Id be so happy. – Ellie Goulding

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International relationships are preordained to be clumsy gestures based on imperfect knowledge. – Rebecca West

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