To be surprised, to wonder, is to begin to understand.
Jose Ortega y Gasset
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Jose Ortega y Gasset was a Philosopher from Spain (1883–1955).

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This quote is attributed to Jose Ortega y Gasset, a Philosopher from Spain.
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Jose Ortega y Gasset lived from 1883 – 1955.

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