SEIJI TAKEDA PHILOSOPHY SITE


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…… This site introduces the philosophy of Seiji Takeda, a Japanese philosopher who develops phenomenology, proposed by Husserl, as a principle of thought for pursuing the essence of human meaning and value. (Site administrator)

PHILOSOPHY OF DESIRE

……On this page, we will publish the English translation of the main work of the philosopher Seiji Takeda, titled 'The Philosophy of Desire'.

PHILOSOPHY OF DESIRE

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The Philosophy of Desire Vol. I and Vol.II

VolumeⅠ The essential principle of “Meaning”

A groundbreaking shift is occurring in the 2500-year-old landscape of philosophy. This ambitious work aims to rebuild the fundamental theory of value and meaning in our modern world, where such concepts often seem absent. The author posits a striking idea: "It is desire that shapes our understanding of the world. Desire weaves the tapestry of value and meaning into our reality."

This comprehensive tome surveys the entire spectrum of philosophical thought, from the ancient wisdom of Plato and Aristotle, through the revolutionary ideas of Descartes, Kant, and Hegel, to the modern perspectives of Nietzsche, Husserl, and Heidegger. But it doesn't stop there - it boldly pushes the boundaries of philosophy into new, unexplored territories. With over 2000 pages, this is truly an epic undertaking!

At its core, this work argues that desire is the fundamental force that articulates our world. It is through our desires that we infuse our environment with value and meaning. In an age often characterized by a perceived lack of intrinsic value, this ambitious project seeks to reconstruct the very foundations of how we understand value and meaning in our lives and our world.

                 

VolumeⅡ The essential principle of “Value”

Modern philosophy finds itself lost in a labyrinth of illusory debates, grappling with the problem of appearances. By completely dismantling the concept of "substance" on philosophical grounds, we can finally explore the possibilities and limitations of human cognition. What can we know? What lies beyond our grasp? What are the conditions and structures that allow for universal understanding? Only through this exploration can we uncover new horizons of knowledge and learning. The thorough deconstruction of substance theory is the essential starting point for revitalizing philosophy and thought in contemporary society.What is truth? What is goodness? What is beauty? This work boldly attempts to answer philosophy's most fundamental questions!


VolumeⅠ The essential principle of “Meaning”

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