Then & Now: Philosophy, History & Politics Hegel: A Complete Guide to History
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Jan 18, 2024 Delve into Hegel's profound impact on history and politics, from Kantian Critique to Absolute Knowing. Explore Hegel's concept of perception and the evolution of self-consciousness. Contrast stoicism and skepticism in philosophical thought and unravel the paradox of the unhappy consciousness. Examine Geist, Greek ethical life, and the decline of Greek society. Unpack Hegel's views on culture, individuality, spirituality, faith, and Christianity in his philosophy.
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The Problem of Freedom
- Hegel saw Kant and Spinoza as two sides of the same problem regarding freedom.
- If we're part of one substance, how are we free? If we're separate, how do we interact?
Sense Certainty
- Hegel explores sense certainty, the most basic type of knowledge.
- He questions if we can be absolutely sure of anything perceived immediately.
Mediated Sense Certainty
- Hegel argues that sense certainty doesn't exist; it's always mediated.
- Our perceptions are influenced by external factors, making pure sense certainty impossible.