Overview
Positive philosophy is the name that Friedrich Schelling (1775–1854) gave to a new type of philosophizing that stands in contrast to the so-called negative philosophy that is predominant in modern rationalism. But what exactly is positive philosophy? Schelling on Truth and Person: The Meaning of Positive Philosophy argues that its meaning lies in a distinctive view of the human person as a seeker of truth. Truth is presented as historically woven in the movement of life with the phenomena of mythology and religion that reveal the human being's falling away from and return to the truth. Nikolaj Zunic demonstrates that this novel understanding of truth accompanies the development and expression of positive philosophy itself. The anthropological dimension of truth relates to self-knowledge, the soul, spirit, and personality, and Schelling’s positive philosophy sheds light on the grand themes of the meaning of life, the ontological question (why is there something rather than nothing?), the enigma of knowledge and reason, and the affirmation of the existence of God. This book will appeal to students and scholars interested in Schelling's late philosophy as well as broader questions in philosophy concerning meaning, truth, human nature, and rationality.
Full Product Details
Author: Nikolaj Zunic
Publisher: Lexington Books
Imprint: Lexington Books/Fortress Academic
Dimensions:
Width: 16.00cm
, Height: 2.90cm
, Length: 23.50cm
Weight: 0.630kg
ISBN: 9781666915884
ISBN 10: 1666915882
Pages: 310
Publication Date: 15 August 2022
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
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Reviews
This is a critical contribution to the reception of Schelling's late philosophy, especially the positive philosophy, both in itself and as it relates to the negative philosophy. Zunic thoughtfully organizes his analysis around the problem of a philosophical anthropology and includes a refreshingly lucid account of the philosophy of mythology and revelation. Jason M. Wirth, Seattle University -- Jason Wirth, Professor of Philosophy, Seattle University
This is a critical contribution to the reception of Schelling’s late philosophy, especially the positive philosophy, both in itself and as it relates to the negative philosophy. Zunic thoughtfully organizes his analysis around the problem of a philosophical anthropology and includes a refreshingly lucid account of the philosophy of mythology and revelation. Jason M. Wirth, Seattle University -- Jason Wirth, Professor of Philosophy, Seattle University
Author Information
Nikolaj Zunic is associate professor of philosophy at St. Jerome's University.
