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O mé filosofii
On My Philosophy

Author(s): Karl Jaspers
Subject(s): Existentialism
Published by: Univerzita Karlova v Praze, Nakladatelství Karolinum
Keywords: Keywords: Jaspers; philosophy; empirical study; historical tradition; contemporary challenges; fundamental questions;

Summary/Abstract: Czech translation of Karl Jaspers’ Über meine Philosophie. Karl Jaspers reflects on his philosophical journey, emphasizing the absence of religious dogma in his upbringing and his initial pursuit of law and medicine before turning to philosophy. He discusses the importance of empirical study and the practical application of philosophy in life, highlighting his transition from psychology to philosophy. Jaspers stresses the significance of historical tradition in shaping philosophical inquiry and the necessity of engaging with the works of great philosophers to understand the essence of philosophy. He also addresses the challenges of contemporary philosophy, including the need to navigate the complexities of modern science and society while maintaining a connection to the fundamental questions of existence.

  • Issue Year: 2023
  • Issue No: 65
  • Page Range: 91-116
  • Page Count: 26
  • Language: Czech
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