The philosophy of life, and philosophy of language, in a course of lectures

Name: The philosophy of life, and philosophy of language, in a course of lectures
Author: Friedrich von Schlegel

By Friedrich von Schlegel

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A sequence of lectures offers a systematic meditation on human life, exploring the soul’s cognitive and affective functions, common moral disorders such as pride, sensuality, and avarice, and the soul’s relations to nature and to God. It considers knowledge and revelation, the conflict of truth and error, the tension between faith and science, and the implications of these ideas for art, politics, jurisprudence, social order, and the ideal constitution of the state, ending in reflections on moral restoration. A companion series examines the philosophy of language, treating symbolic expression, the relation of words to thought, and language’s formative role in knowledge and aesthetic understanding.

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Friedrich von Schlegel

Friedrich von Schlegel was a prominent German philosopher, critic, and poet associated with the Romantic movement. He is best known for his contributions to the philosophy of history, where he explored the interplay between culture and historical development. His notable works include "The Philosophy of History," a two-volume exploration of historical consciousness, and "The Philosophy of Life and Philosophy of Language," which reflects his interest in the connections between language and thought. Von Schlegel's ideas significantly influenced German literature and philosophy, making him a key figure in the intellectual landscape of the early 19th century.