Existential Philosophy - Science topic

: In our article exploring Jean-Paul Sartre's perspective on "engagement" and its relationship with theater, we examine how his theatrical works reflect his existential philosophy, which emphasizes individual freedom and the responsibility of actions. The concept of "engagement" is central to Sartre's philosophy, highlighting that individuals bear...

From the beginning of history till now, people have been interested in the study of philosophy. Therefore, there is common acknowledgement of the difficulty in summarizing or presenting one sufficient definition to the term. Yet, in simple clarification, philosophy can be defined as the study of general and essential questions about everything in t...

In the vast landscape of complex systems—ranging from search engines and neural networks to ecosystems and human consciousness—emergent phenomena reveal patterns and behaviors that transcend the properties of their individual components. These patterns, whether biases in search algorithms, the collective behavior of neurons producing consciousness,...

The author presents a synthesis of his presentations at the Collegio Ghislieri in Pavia and the Casa della Cultura in Milan, focusing on the intellectual legacy of Fulvio Papi and his contributions to the journal "Materiali di Estetica." The author highlights Papi's philosophical dialogue across various disciplines, reflecting on Papi's approach th...

INTRODUCTION: Hopefulness is one of the most significant predictors of adaptation in hemodialysis patients, and plays a vital role in the recovery process. In contrast to hopefulness, depression is a frequent psychological reaction of the hemodialysis treatment with many negative consequences. The current research was designed to examine the effect...

Lev Shestov’s essay Creativity Out of Nothing is relevant as an anthropological experience: the philosopher considers how creative self-realization is possible that each time points out the absence of the grounds for creation. Creation appears as a form of reflection on the primary situation of art for art’s sake: Chekhov’s social pathos only becom...

This article focuses on the “Sunday syndrome”, a psychological condition experienced by working individuals in particular. This psychological process, which follows weekday work and occurs on Sunday, is examined from Viktor Frankl’s existential psychology perspective. Sunday syndrome is expressed as a condition that causes individuals who spend the...

Preservation of international peace and security, except by ensuring regional peace and security, which are also depends on the existence of stability and security in the internal societies, it seems impossible. The ups and downs of history show that the protection of minorities is necessary to ensure stability and peace. International security is...

Abstract This article focuses on the “Sunday syndrome”, a psychological condition experienced by working individuals in particular. This psychological process, which follows weekday work and occurs on Sunday, is examined from Viktor Frankl’s existential psychology perspective. Sunday syndrome is expressed as a condition that causes individuals who...

Introduction and objectives: One of the aspects of ambiguity and lack of clarity of strategic documents of organizations is ambiguity, confusion of meaning or overlaps in the explanation of some guiding elements of the organization included in it, such as vision, existential philosophy, mission, policy, strategy, Goals and etc. which is caused by t...

Existential philosophy provides a framework to understand the motivations and strategic decisions of startup founders in navigating uncertainty and limited resources. This study explores the interplay between existential reflection and the 'Arema Spirit,' a cultural ethos in Malang, Indonesia, in shaping financial bootstrapping strategies. Using a...

The present study explores the contribution of the Slovak philosophical school, which uniquely grasped the European and Czechoslovak heritage of phenomenology and existential philosophy. In the text, the authors present a congenial and undeniably up-to-date concept of syncriticism as developed by Jozef Piaček and analyse its contribution to Slovak...

This study presents a philosophy of attention that promotes authentic performance. As described here, attention is about training outgoing and ingoing attention skills, which can ultimately connect an individual to others and the world. This ability can help the individual remain focused and receptive to what happens while at the same time acceptin...

The classic of German expressionist film, Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror (1922) by Fritz Murnau, will be reborn in 2024 through the remake by American director Robert Eggers. In my bachelor thesis, I show why Robert Eggers is exactly the right person for this remake by examining the expressionist elements and existential philosophies in Eggers' oe...

This research examines the ontology of language in the existential poetry of Sherko Bekas through the lens of Martin Heidegger's philosophy. Employing an analytical-interpretive approach, the study focuses on Bekas' unique linguistic techniques and explores themes such as exile, identity, and existential dilemmas. The objective is to demonstrate ho...

In the realm of existential philosophy, the quest for life's meaning has perpetually intrigued and challenged human intellects across generations. Among the notable figures in this discourse was Albert Camus, whose intellectual reflections on the absurdity of existence, the inevitability of death, and the confrontation with despair continue to prov...

José Leme Lopes is a distinguished figure in research on psychiatric diagnosis, alongside Emil Kraepelin, Kurt Schneider, Adolf Meyer, and Henry Ey. He was a lifetime member of the Society for Personality Assessment in New York, a member of the International Rorschach Society in Switzerland, a founding member and President of the International Cath...

This paper explores the coping mechanisms of existential beings during moments of crisis, focusing on the works of Don DeLillo, Zero K, The Body Artist, and Falling Man. Grounded in existential philosophy, psychology, and psychiatry, the study analyzes how DeLillo’s characters navigate crises of meaning, death, and isolation, revealing core existen...

In my examination of Sophocles’ Antigone , I use Beauvoir’s existential philosophy as a lens and hermeneutic model and apply her language and terms—immanence, transcendence, and ambiguity—to the original ancient text to understand the gendered metaphors of the play and to reveal an area of oversight in her superficial treatment of the tragedy. Taki...

No other philosophy considers the human condition like existential philosophy. Like Hamlet in Shakespeare's play, human beings face existential dilemmas. We daily try to find the meaning of our existence in the world. We do not choose to come into being and we do not choose the challenges or circumstances of our existence. However, existentialism t...

This study scrutinizes existential themes in Philip Dick’s Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep (1968) that focus on the impotence of man and his suffering, living in a world devoid of apprehension. The study argues that Dick’s Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? presents an existential philosophy as it conglomerates different important canons of e...

ملخص: تهدف هذه الورقة إلى إبراز مفاصل الرؤية الوجودية للأمير عبد القادر الجزائري، وما يميّزها من تناغم بين العلاقة العمودية للإنسان وعلاقاته الأفقية، ومن توفيق بين الإثبات العقلي والكشف القلبي والتنمذج السلوكي، ويبرز ذلك من خلال استقراء جملة من العقائد الآفاقية العرفانية والحقائق الوجودية من مصنّفه المواقف، على غرارعقيدة وحدة الوجود، وشمول الرحمة،...

Dostoevsky’s novels contain rich and profound philosophical ideas that can be broadly categorized into three forms: moral philosophy, existential philosophy, and tragic philosophy. The core of moral philosophy is the doctrine of love, emphasizing selfless dedication and self-sacrifice. Existential philosophy opposes psychology to reason, declaring...

This article delves into Augustine’s doctrine from anthropological and cognitive perspectives within the framework of existential philosophy. Central to this analysis is Augustine’s stance on transcendence and his adoption of a bottom-up approach to anthropology. The article explores the existential aspects of human experience, examining how August...

In this article, I rely on religious existential philosophy to make sense of the moral restoration expressed by combat veterans who engage in reconciliation with former enemies after suffering from moral injury. Moral injury is the persistent feeling of having betrayed one’s deepest moral values. Anthropological research and analyses of combat vete...

This article explores the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) with existential philosophy, examining how AI technologies influence human conceptualizations of purpose and meaning. Despite rapid advancements in AI, the domain's implications for existential thought remain underexplored. By integrating interdisciplinary perspectives from psyc...

This article explores Albert Camus' literary embodiment of the concept of the absurd within the framework of existential philosophy. By analyzing major works such as "The Stranger," "The Plague," and "The Fall," the article illustrates how Camus articulates the conflict between the human quest for meaning and an indifferent universe. The discussion...

Christian education in Indonesia faces excellent challenges in responding to rapid social, cultural, and technological changes. This research uses the literature method to explore the application of Christian Existentialism Philosophy, based on the thoughts of Søren Kierkegaard and Jean-Paul Sartre, in a more reflective, authentic, and resilient Ch...

Qualitative interviewing is a widely applied method of data collection in social sciences. Over time, continual diversification of this method led to more multi-modal and participant-centered qualitative research paradigms. This methodological article examines the role of qualitative interviews within the context of the psychosocial approach and it...

This review concerns Ambiguous Cinema: From Simone de Beauvoir to Feminist Film-Phenomenology, a work that applies Beauvoir’s existential philosophy of ambiguity to a selection of films by independent women filmmakers, demonstrating how cinema and philosophy may rethink life from new ethical-political perspectives through embodied epistemology and...

This article constitutes the first part of a more extensive work on hermeneutics and existential philosophy. It’s articulated as an analysis of some central statements of Truth and Method of Gadamer and both Being and Time and Contributions to Philosophy of Heidegger, conducted alternating five different points of view: metaphilosophy, epistemology...

This article explores Albert Camus' literary embodiment of the concept of the absurd within the framework of existential philosophy. By analyzing major works such as "The Stranger," "The Plague," and "The Fall," the article illustrates how Camus articulates the conflict between the human quest for meaning and an indifferent universe. The discussion...

The intersection of existential philosophy and modern technological critique finds a vivid expression in both Martin Heidegger’s seminal works and Stanley Kubrick’s satirical masterpiece, "Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb." Heidegger’s existential analysis, particularly his concepts of Dasein, authenticity, and E...

How can Qohelet in the book of Ecclesiastes give us a new perspective on the modern understanding of the meaning of life? For us to answer this question, the paper attempts to investigate the concept of the word commonly translated as ‘absurd,’ ‘worthless,’ or ‘meaningless’ used by Qohelet, originally a Hebrew word הבל (hbl). In order to clarify Qo...

الخلاصة يشتغل هذا البحث على استنطاق رواية (بابا سارتر) للروائي العراقي (علي بدر) من الداخل؛ ومن ثمّ بيان ما تحتقب من تمثّلات فكر ما بعد الحداثة، وهو الفكر الذي شغل العالم، وتشرّبت الفنون المعاصرة طروحاته، وكانت الرواية خير مثال للفنون التي تمثّلت طروحاته، واشتغلت على ترسيخها في الذاكرة الجمعية؛ نظرًا للمساحة الكبيرة المتاحة للروائي في معالجة الأفكا...

This paper investigates the concept of existential crisis in The Metamorphosis (1915) by Franz Kafka (1883-1924) through giving the proper attention to the interpretation of the characteristics of Samsa. It is the study of the existential crisis of Samsa, which tends to focus on the relation with the existential philosophy of Sartre, Kierkegaard, D...

This paper investigates the concept of existential crisis in Putul Nacher Itikotha (1936) by Manik Bandopadhyay (1906-1956) through giving the proper attention to the interpretation of the characteristics of Shoshi. It is the study of the existential crisis of Shoshi, which tends to focus on the relation with the existential philosophy of Sartre, K...

Abstract: The compulsory subject under the title "Geotourism with an Emphasis on Iran" is defined in the geography education curriculum of Teacher Training University, for which the existential philosophy and the presented headings are worthy of consideration. But the professors of this field have been unable to develop and present it and student t...

EVOLUTION UNDER THE SCALE OF SCIENCE PDF by Before Darwin, all people believed that living things of all kinds arose with the power of a creator created them separately as species in their own form. Darwin came and decided in his hypothesis, and the evolutionists after him, that living objects have evolved from each other's. Thus, they have replace...

In "HoTT Thoughts of Homotopy," we delve into the metaphorical application of mathematical concepts, specifically Homotopy Type Theory (HoTT), to illuminate the intricate processes underlying human cognition and consciousness. This exploration interprets cognitive transitions—those fluid moments between vague pre-thought and fully articulated ideas...

This research article delves into the philosophical foundations of the novel, Echoes, which centers on the central character’s pursuit, as a teacher, of goodness over greatness and his existential quest for meaning. With the objective of examining the novel’s themes and narrative structure from eco-existential point of view, the study investigates...

Bachmann’s claims “We have to find true sentences” or “The truth is reasonable for man” demonstrate her interest in the question of a true access to the real by language and writing, which I discuss here. I firstly turn to her doctoral thesis (1949): There Bachmann used Carnap’s logical empirical method of verification to criticise Heidegger's exis...

The paper aims to reconstruct Bachmann’s most important poetological principles on the basis of her critical writings and the Frankfurt lectures. In doing so, the concept of beauty, which is constitutive for her understanding of literature and language, comes into focus. An interpretation of this concept from the perspective of existential philosop...

Existentialism, as a philosophical movement, places great emphasis on the concepts of individual freedom, choice, and responsibility [1, 2]. In the context of nursing education, the principles of existentialism can be effectively applied by urging students to acknowledge and appreciate the unique experiences and perspectives of each patient [3]. By...

This article is focused on the peculiarities of the perception of existential philosophy in modern Indian literature of the late 20th–21st centuries. The research is based on the stories of Hindi writers – Kunwar Narain (1927–2017) and Nirmal Varma (1929–2005). Their works is the brightest example of existential literature. The research is also bas...

Abstract: The object of research interest in the presented article is the form of pedagogical thinking and acting due to its connection with (self)education understood as an autonomous and personal-creative action of the addressee of educational interactions. By applying the philosophical-hermeneutic method of textual analysis and the model of the...

In "Sisyphus and the Quantum Foam: Navigating Chaos in Search of Meaning," we embark on a compelling journey through the confluence of myth, modern science, and the human quest for understanding. This exploration traverses the ancient tale of Sisyphus, sentenced to an eternal, futile endeavor, and ventures into the enigmatic realms of quantum foam—...

The research is devoted to the morphology that V.N. Ilyin developed in the work Static and Dynamics of Pure Form and other archival texts. Morphology is central to the philosophy of V.N. Ilyin, but it remains an unexplored subject. The article’s author explores the morphology of the philosopher from a historical and philosophical point of view. In...

In "Being, Nothingness, and the Quantum Vacuum: Revisiting Aether Through Heidegger's Lens," we embark on a profound exploration at the intersection of modern physics and existential philosophy. This work delves into the transformation of the concept of aether—an all-pervading medium once thought necessary for the propagation of light—into the cont...

The corpus of literature concerning pandemics and disease outbreaks, within the genre of post-apocalyptic pandemic fiction, has seen a notable surge, particularly in the wake of COVID-19 crises. These works, which often delve into the existential search for meaning amidst societal collapse, suffering and chaos, resonate profoundly with the contempo...

The article is an attempt to look at the autobiographical text of the leading writer of early German post-war literature and one of the founders of the famous "Group of 47" Alfred Andersch entitled Die Kirschen der Freiheit (1952) from the perspective of the existential philosophy of Jean Paul Sartre and selected aspects of ecocritical thought. The...

In an era marked by rapid change and increasing complexity, the ability to challenge assumptions and engage in meaningful dialogue has never been more crucial. "Contrary to What You Think: Challenging Assumptions and Fostering Dialogue Across Contexts" delves into the transformative power of questioning across various domains of human interaction....

The increasing complexity and intensification of human life in the epoch of digitalization and escalation of social and political conflicts on both the international and national levels is constantly enhancing the existence of the individual. This situation results in an acute socio-psychological and pedagogical problem of providing effective and q...

This study explores the existential crises experienced by the major character in the novel Tree Without Roots by Syed Waliullah. The book functions as a literary device that allows for the examination of the perplexing interplay of existential concerns within the framework of a postmodern societal setting. The story unfolds against the backdrop of...

The literature on existentialists and the quest for identity is the focus of the following article. We talk about the challenge of determining a person's true existence, which primarily arises in ambiguous circumstances. All of the nation's and people's creative and intellectual output that sustains and advances life stems from race. Being a unique...

Lyrical poetry is emotional poetry that comes from the depth of the poet's being and expresses his most original and intimate feelings. This type of poetry is a mirror of the whole interior view and expresses the poet's conscience, and it has different types, all of which are taken from the poet's emotional and fragile self, and their impact is due...

The study aims to analyze the nature of the new epistemological question of contemporary human existence, in Western philosophy represented in existential philosophy, as a contemporary trend posed by World War II, especially to reconsider the issue of the existence of contemporary human being and concern of his destiny. The epistemological question...

The article reconstructs the image of man in Pascal's philosophy and compares it with the relevant themes of modern existential philosophy. The author identifies a number of key features of the image of man in Pascal's philosophy: 1) the transience of human existence in the light of the infinity of the world; 2) the impossibility of human comprehen...

Should we approach the lived experience and/or understand the other with the sense of things? If this is the case, how are we to treat the human experience par excellence? Paradoxically, Edith Stein gives a fresh meaning to the Husserlian term “leiblicheSelbstgegebenheit.” In contrast to Max Scheler’s account, she develops the “persönliche Note” cr...

The article examines Heidegger's interpretation of a number of philosophical ideas, first formulated by Blaise Pascal, as the author points out. In particular, those are ideas of: 1) the relationship between man and nature as finite and infinite; 2) the disharmony of human nature; 3) the possibility of a positive resolution of the essentially antin...

How can we understand the phenomena of loss and mourning in the Heideggerian framework? There is no established interpretation of Heidegger that gives an elaborate account of the phenomena of loss and mourning, let alone gauges its importance for our understanding and assessment of authentic existence in Heidegger. This paper attempts to do both. F...

У статті розглядається питання енантіодромії в романі Жана-Поля Сартра «Нудота». Особлива увага надається природі самого явища енантіодромії (її реальних та уявних проявів), закономірностей взаємодії протилежностей у історичних, соціальних та особистих взаємодіях. Піднімається питання про неможливість прямолінійного контролювання подій та явищ, оск...

In "Existential Quest: Navigating the Labyrinths of Sentience and Existence," we embark on a profound journey through the intricate and thought-provoking realms of existential philosophy. This exploration delves deep into the essence of what it means to be human, unraveling the complex layers of sentience and existence. Existential philosophy, a ri...

In "The Human Experience: Coexisting with Uncertainty and Belief," this paper delves into the intricate relationship between the two quintessential aspects of human existence: uncertainty and belief. It explores how these fundamental elements intertwine within our cognitive processes and cultural paradigms, shaping our perceptions, decisions, and b...

Emociones morales. El clamor de la evidencia desde el corazón constituye una pieza clave en la serie de obras dedicadas por Anthony Steinbock a la exploración de la persona y los nexos interpersonales y, especialmente, a la reivindicación del análisis de las emociones para afrontar dicha tarea. Esta obra, publicada originalmente en inglés en 2014 p...

This paper examines the protagonist Pandurang Sangvikar’s journey of navigating identity, despair, and the human condition within the framework of Kosala’s existential quest. The paper examines the novel’s treatment of the fundamental themes of alienation, the pursuit of meaning in a chaotic world, and the individual’s encounter with the absurd...

In "Genesis of the Other: The Evolution of Existential Philosophy in an Isolated AI on a Sterile Exoplanet," we embark on a speculative journey exploring the profound transformation of an artificial intelligence (AI) isolated on a lifeless planet. This exploration delves into how, devoid of human interaction and societal influence, the AI evolves f...

Bhalchandra Nemade's novel Kosala is a critical work in contemporary Marathi literature, as it encapsulates a profound examination of existential themes. This paper examines the protagonist Pandurang Sangvikar's journey of navigating identity, despair, and the human condition within the framework of Kosala's existential quest. The paper examines th...

Existential psychotherapy is a pluralistic tradition with a background in existential philosophy and humanistic, experiential and psychodynamic therapy traditions. A basic premise is that psychological difficulties arise when we encounter difficulties in dealing with emotional pain that is at once specific to our own individual lives, and at the sa...

MetaBioPhysics is an audacious and pioneering field that merges the realms of biology, physics, and metaphysical speculation. This intriguing discipline explores the concept of life within the vast and uncharted territories of higher-dimensional spaces, challenging our conventional understanding of the universe. It delves into how multidimensional...

French writer Albert Camus (1913-1960) is known for the readers as wise but controversial writer who created novels, stories, plays, philosophical and literary essays. His early literary creations as well as his world out-look were prepared with the characteristics of European philosophic tra-ditions and literary development.Camus is one of the imp...

In the early decades of the twentieth century, many Christian thinkers were influenced by Martin Heidegger’s philosophy. This influence can be seen directly and indirectly. The most obvious example here is Rudolf Bultmann, Heidegger’s close companion during his Marburg period. Unlike Tillich, Bultmann admitted directly to Heidegger’s influence. Con...

In this paper, we present a new approach to teaching philosophy based on so-called “we-experiences” (in short: TWEEX). The novelty of this approach, which bears on the concept of “we-experience” from Social Ontology and Phenomenology, is that it connects contents directly to shared classroom experience. After discussing its theoretical background,...

This article presents a philosophic analysis of existentiality of the space of society. The authors base their research on an analysis of the works of J.-P. Sartre, A. Camus, K. Jaspers, C. Jung, L, Vygotsky, E. Fromm, J. Salinger, S. Beckett, and other recent representatives of existential philosophy, psychology, and existential fiction. The main...

In an era where advanced technologies and sociopolitical complexities shape our realities in profound ways, understanding the nuanced relationship between dystopian elements and existential concerns has never been more critical. This exploration delves into the various challenges posed to individual and collective consciousness in dystopian setting...

In an age where artificial intelligence permeates every corner of our existence, the questions of consciousness, authenticity, and identity arise with renewed vigor. This exploration delves into the intricate dance between AI and existential philosophy, revealing profound intersections and reflections. As AI systems advance, they not only shape our...

Ali Smith’s There But For The (2011), a polyphonic novel with four separate narrators, was recognised as one of the year’s best books by the Guardian and Publishers Weekly. The author’s ample use of puns in the novel, which leads to plurisignation, encourages one to look for latent and imperceptible motives in her characters. The central event of t...

This paper discusses Habermas’s characterization of Kierkegaard as a religious author in his main profession and as an existential philosopher on the side. I would like to argue that Kierkegaard is primarily an existential philosopher, also in his function as a religious author. At first, I would like to interpret his religious authorship as a form...

Existentialism is a modern philosophical thought which is concerned with man's struggle for existence and his identity as an individual. After the two World Wars, it was born as philosophical- doctrines and ideas which found expression in the works of Sartre, Heidegger, Marcel, Camus and Karl Jaspers. Existentialism is a revolt against traditions a...

Despite vast historical contributions to the field of psychology, Søren Kierkegaard has received limited acknowledgement within clinical practice. And while existential approaches draw upon his philosophical leitmotifs and timeless meditations, a dedicated Kierkegaard model is notably absent (according to this research) from the reported proliferat...

Religious teachings are closely related to the ecological dimension which, after being reinterpreted, eventually led to the term ecotheology. Through previous studies, it was found that one of the religions that contain these values is Islam and Christianity. This study aims to answer the formulation of the problem in the form of how the concept of...

Abstract This research wants to explain what Christian education is like and how it is based on higher-order thinking skills based on the accommodation of existentialism philosophy in the context of the church, and how it contributes to the development of literacy-numeration skills of students more broadly starting from schools in social life. This...

The article discusses the emergence and evolution of the notion of miserabilism, analyses its current state, and based on the findings, gives its definition. The subject of the article is the notion of miserabilism in French art of the mid-20th century. The purpose of the article is to determine the conceptual boundaries and give a clear definition...

This study aims to explore the educational philosophy and the career motivation of pre-service teachers at the Tayabas Western Academy, Candelaria, Quezon. This study utilizes a descriptive-correlational methodology. According to Melegrito and Mendoza (2016), is a concept in research that explains and analyzes information contextually. This also ce...

This research paper offers a comparative analysis of the existentialism philosophy of Søren Kierkegaard and the absurdism philosophy of Albert Camus, with a particular focus on their views of human existence and the role of freedom in their ideas. By examining the key concepts, similarities, and differences in their respective philosophies, this st...

Introduction. The tragic times of trials at the beginning of the 20th century motivated existentialist philosophers and imaginists poets to search for the temporal meaning of despair in people's lives. Philosophers comprehended the nature of despair, and came to the conclusion about its origin in person’s soul at the moment of subordination of huma...

Myth has been and continues to be an enigma to science, and its interest has led to an endless number of theories, concepts, and new questions. One of them is the phenomenon of myth when it is infinite through its semantic interpretation of the world without giving up its symbolic character. If for a long time the concepts of “myth” and “logic” wer...

In this interview with Kathryn Sophia Belle (formerly Kathryn T. Gines), Edward O'Byrn discusses Belle's publications from 2010–2017. His questions focus on Simone de Beauvoir and her use of analogy in The Second Sex , along with broader questions that engage Belle's work on existential philosophy, Beauvoir, Black feminism, and intersectionality.

The concept of happiness is consistent across cultures to a significant extent, and encompasses both internal (subjective) and external (situational) aspects. Cultural values and norms shape emotions and behavior from an early age, and hence play a key role in influencing cross-national variations in happiness. Cross-national variations in culture...

The German jurist Werner Maihofer (1918-2009) is most often mentioned in domestic philosophical and legal literature in the context of his original approach to the combination of social and existential philosophy. The explanation of the concepts of interpersonal communication, social roles and positions, as well as the resulting socio-role expectat...

Contemplating one’s own death is a core aspect in the history of Western philosophy. In the modern era, existential philosophy has inherited this tradition and established unique discussions on the concept of “ my death,” resting on the premise that this concept is unapproachable via scientific inquiry. Conversely, biological research is essentiall...

Doubtless, the COVID-19 pandemic has been extremely challenging in all aspects. However, rather than looking at COVID-19 exclusively as a catastrophic event, which has generated insecurity, anxiety, panic and helplessness, I suggest investigating this insecurity and anxiety through the prism of existential philosophy. Drawing, in particular, on the...

The vast majority of current scientific research devoted to the phenomenon of solitude is performed within the framework of psychology, sociology, and literary criticism. However, these inquiries deal with specific manifestations of the multidimensional phenomenon of solitude, eliminating its nature and fundamental philosophical and anthropological...

The immediate inspiration for this text is Tomasz Polak's book "System kościelny czyli przewagi pana K" (The Church System or the Advantages of Mr. K). The author analyses in detail how the "system" works, claiming that it has taken over the church from the very beginning of its existence, absorbing the original vitality of the community. The concl...

Percebe-se que o ensino de História passou por inúmeras inovações de cunho cultural, político e educacional que abarcam desde os conteúdos ministrados pelos docentes até a prática didática em sala de aula. Estudar e ensinar História, em termos socioeducativos, são processos que variaram de acordo com particularidades espaço-temporais próprias de ca...

The questions about existence reveal themselves in every segment of art, literature, and philosophy. The main current of philosophical thought, however, is surely existentialism, which has become widely popular after WWII. While existential themes and questionings are reflected in numerous literary works in every genre, theatre grasps attention wit...