René Girard and Western Philosophy - Part 1: Girardian Basics
Hermitix
Exploring Girard's Mimetic Desire
This chapter examines René Girard's concept of triangular mimetic desire and its effects on human behavior, particularly in light of Christ's teachings. It critiques the decline of societal institutions, the dysfunction of international law, and Girard's pessimistic views on human nature, technology, and the potential for civil unrest.
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