Comprehending Sociality: Hegel Beyond his Appropriation in Contemporary Philosophy of Recognition

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Abstract

Contemporary philosophy of recognition represents probably the most prominent direction that presently claims to introduce an updated version of classical German idealism into ongoing debates, including the debate on the nature of sociality. In particular, studies of Axel Honneth offer triggering contributions in Frankfurt School fashion while at the same time rejuvenating Hegel’s philosophy in terms of a philosophy of recognition. According to Honneth, this attempt at a rejuvenation also involves substantial modification of Hegelian doctrines. It is shown that Honneth underestimates the implications of Hegel’s thoughts about the theme, method and systematic form of philosophy. As a consequence, Honneth’s social philosophy is, on the one hand, in need of a plausible foundation. This leads, on the other hand, to a different construction of the social within philosophy than Honneth offers.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)266-292
Number of pages27
JournalHegel Bulletin
Volume38
Issue number2
Early online date6 Mar 2017
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2017

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Special issue: Hegel and Critical Theory

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