The book explores the intricate relationships between the historical foundations of Zionism and its contemporary implications. It delves into how past events and ideologies shape current perspectives and actions within the Zionist movement, offering insights into its evolution and ongoing relevance. Through a critical examination, it highlights the complexities and contradictions that arise from this historical continuum.
Focusing on the concept of freedom and the self-legislation of reason, this exploration delves into Kant's moral philosophy, addressing its vulnerabilities compared to his theoretical framework. It highlights the parallels between the challenges of practical realization and theoretical application. The author examines lesser-known writings by Kant, including his thoughts on politics, history, and education, emphasizing the limitations of self-legislation. This work builds on the author's previous studies of Kant and Hegel, providing a comprehensive analysis of Kant's philosophical contributions.
Focusing on key figures in Jewish Philosophy, this collection features fifteen essays exploring the thoughts of Moses Mendelssohn, Hermann Cohen, Franz Rosenzweig, Martin Buber, Abraham J. Heschel, and Gershom G. Scholem. It begins with a comprehensive overview of nineteenth-century Jewish philosophical developments, serving as a companion to the author's previous work on modern Jewish thought. Nathan Rotenstreich, a prominent philosopher and academic leader, provides insightful analysis throughout.
The exploration of Anschauung reveals significant differences between Kant and Husserl's philosophical systems. While both philosophers acknowledge the visual aspect of knowledge, Kant views Anschauung as a preliminary stage of cognition, emphasizing its role in the synthesis of perception rather than as the pinnacle of understanding. In his framework, pure reason interacts with data through the understanding, positioning Anschauung as a means of reception rather than an endpoint. This nuanced examination sheds light on the structured nature of their respective philosophies.
Nathan Rotenstreich's work is characterized by subtlety and depth, showcasing his critical appreciation of philosophical history. His notable books, such as "Between Past and Present" and "Philosophy, History and Politics," reflect his original intelligence and blend naturalistic and phenomenological perspectives on historical philosophy.
A Study on Kant and Hegel
This book analyses the systematic differences between Kant's system and that of Hegel. The relation between the two systems can be described as one of a dialectical character. Hegel continues to explicate some of the basic concepts of Kant's system and mainly the concept of reason, but he does this by way of 'Aufhebung'. The concepts are present but, because of the trend from duality to integration, they undergo basic changes in their meaning and direction. The relation between reason and ethics is, from this angle, the axis of this book.