Heideggerianism

Heideggerianism is the philosophy of German philosopher Martin Heidegger.

At the core of Heidegger's philosophy is the idea that the question of Being (that is, what it means to exist or be) is the most fundamental question that we can ask. Heidegger believed that the Western philosophical tradition had failed to adequately address this question, and had instead focused on a narrow conception of being as something that could be studied and analyzed objectively.

Being as the Fundamental Question
Heideggerianism emphasizes the importance of the question of Being (that is, what it means to exist or be) as the most fundamental question in philosophy.

Dasein
Heideggerianism introduces the concept of Dasein, which refers to human existence as the mode of being that is closest to us. Dasein is characterized by its understanding of being, its temporal nature, and its ability to reflect on itself.

Historicity of Being
Heideggerianism emphasizes the idea that our understanding of being is shaped by our historical, cultural, and linguistic context. He believed that we can only come to an authentic understanding of being by examining the ways in which we have been shaped by this context.

Rejection of Traditional Metaphysics
Heideggerianism rejects traditional metaphysical approaches to philosophy, which attempt to understand the nature of reality through the use of abstract concepts and categories. He believed that these approaches were inadequate for understanding the question of Being.

Importance of Language
Heideggerianism emphasizes the importance of language in shaping our understanding of being. He believed that language is not just a tool for communication, but is also the means by which we make sense of the world around us.

Critique of Technology
Heideggerianism is critical of the role that technology plays in contemporary society, arguing that it has led to a dangerous loss of our connection to being.

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 * Martin Heidegger