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Eucken, Rudolf
1846
1926
Eucken, Rudolph
Eucken, R. (Rudolf)
Eucken, Rudolf Christof
Widgery, Alban G. (Alban Gregory)
1887
1968
Widgery, Alban Gregory
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Life's Basis and Life's Ideal: The Fundamentals of a New Philosophy of Life
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"Life's Basis and Life's Ideal: The Fundamentals of a New Philosophy of Life" by Rudolf Eucken is a philosophical work written in the early 20th century. The book explores the inadequacies of contemporary philosophies of life and seeks to establish a new, over-arching philosophical framework that captures the complexities and aspirations of human existence. Eucken critiques various life philosophies, such as religious systems, idealism, naturalism, socialism, and individualism, while advocating for a spirituality that transcends mere existence and aligns with deeper truths and ideals. The opening of the work sets the stage for Eucken's exploration by emphasizing the disarray in modern life, characterized by a conflict between material prosperity and spiritual uncertainty. He posits that existing philosophies fail to address the holistic needs of humanity and calls for a thoughtful investigation into the foundations of life and its ideals. Eucken begins by analyzing the prevailing philosophies, swiftly identifying their limitations, and contending that a new comprehensive philosophy is needed to align human endeavors with a unified purpose. His aim is not merely to critique but to inspire a pursuit of a more profound and interconnected understanding of life that recognizes the importance of spirit and being in the quest for fulfillment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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