I disagree with Kierkegaard's interpretation of despair entirely and I do not like how we continue to see philosophers try to redefine words. However, I do find his definition interesting. How can every individual live through despair without necessarily knowing it? By the generally accepted definition of the word it is impossible. Kierkegaard believes that despair is a sickness that every self endures until death.
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Firstly, the nature of philosophy is to question. Of course we're going to constantly redefine everything. Once we start reaching concrete, constant truth, we leave philosophy. Secondly, what is the most commonly accepted definition of despair? Can we know?
ReplyDeleteI also disagree with most aspects in his version of despair, although I do consider some parts worth giving some credibility towards.
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