Comprehending Sociality: Hegel Beyond his Appropriation in Contemporary Philosophy of Recognition. Issue 2 (6th March 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Krijnen, Christian
• Editors: Giladi, Paul; O'Connor, Brian
• Is Part Of: Hegel bulletin. Volume 38:Issue 2(2017)
• Page Start: 266
• Page End: 292
• Publication Date: 2017-03-06
• Subjects: Philosophy, German -- Periodicals; Periodicals; 193
• DOI: 10.1017/hgl.2017.1
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2051-5367

Abstract

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.