A New Exploration of Hegel's Dialectics I: Origin and Beginning

This book explores Hegelian dialectics by examining the two origins of dialectics: the linguistics spirit of logos and the existentialist spirit of nous in Greek philosophy. It argues that these two spirits form a dialectical unity of opposites and constitute the inner tension at the heart of the philosophical system. The author explains Hegel's problem of beginning, which has the sense composed of both the starting point of logic and that of consciousness. This twofold sense shapes dimensions of his methodology, such as immediacy and mediacy, the path of doubt and the path of truth, and the linguistics lever and the existential lever. The title will appeal to scholars and students interested in Hegel and Marx's philosophy, German classical philosophy, and Western philosophy.

Format: Hardback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 11 May 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive volume offers a fresh and insightful interpretation of Hegelian dialectics by delving into the two fundamental origins of this philosophical system. Through a thorough exploration, it sheds light on how these origins shape the core tension at the heart of Hegel's philosophy, ultimately giving rise to the diverse forms of thought that have shaped the history of Western philosophy. As the first installment in a three-volume series, this book serves as a valuable entry point into Hegel's dialectics and provides a deeper understanding of his overall philosophical thought.

The author begins by examining the linguistic spirit of logos and the existentialist spirit of nous in Greek philosophy as the two origins of Hegelian dialectics. They argue that these two spirits form a dialectical unity of opposites, constituting the inner tension at the heart of Hegel's belief system. This tension gives rise to Hegel's problem of beginning, which encompasses both the starting point of logic and that of consciousness.

In response to this problem, the author proposes a twofold sense of beginning that shapes the dimensions of Hegel's methodology. These dimensions include immediacy and mediacy, the path of doubt and the path of truth, the linguistics lever and the existential lever. By exploring these aspects, the book offers a comprehensive account of Hegel's philosophical framework and its implications for understanding the complexities of human existence and the development of knowledge.

This volume will appeal to scholars and students interested in Hegel and Marx's philosophy, German classical philosophy, and Western philosophy in general. It provides a rich and nuanced perspective on Hegel's dialectics, offering valuable insights into his thought and its enduring relevance to contemporary debates.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032217383