The Problem of Consciousness and the Philosopher's Calling
Merab Mamardashvili
Russian Studies in Philosophy October 1, 2010 DOI: 10.2753/rsp1061-1967490201 (opens in new tab)
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AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
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| Citations | 5 |
| Key points | Argues that philosophy is best understood as consciousness articulating itself, and that its central challenge is the possibility of consciousness gaining direct, unmediated access to its own nature. |
Abstract
The author explains his conception of philosophy as "consciousness talking aloud" and examines what he sees as the central issue of philosophy—how consciousness can gain direct access to itself.