THE PHILOSOPHY OF CONSCIOUSNESS WITHOUT AN OBJECT
Вісник НЮУ імені Ярослава Мудрого: Серія: Філософія, філософія права, політологія, соціологія June 10, 2025 DOI: 10.21564/2663-5704.63.315215 (opens in new tab)
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AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Spirituality Mind Reason Zen buddhism Advaita vedanta |
| Citations | 7 |
| Key points | Argues that consciousness without an object is a coherent philosophical concept with implications for understanding self, awareness, and reality. |
Abstract
The philosophy of consciousness without an object represents a profound inquiry into the nature of consciousness when divorced from its typical objects of thought, perception, or attention. This paper examines the theoretical underpinnings, implications, and philosophical challengesof a consciousness that does not necessarily tether itself to an object. Drawing from classical and contemporary sources, including Eastern philosophies and Western phenomenology, this study explores the conceptual and existential dimensions of such a state of consciousness, providing insights into its potential impacts on understanding self, awareness, and the nature of reality.