Theory & Philosophy Phenomenology | Kant, Heidegger, Merleau-Ponty, Ahmed | Keyword
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Oct 2, 2024 
Immanuel Kant, a pivotal figure in epistemology, joins forces with existentialist Martin Heidegger, phenomenologist Maurice Merleau-Ponty, and feminist scholar Sara Ahmed. They explore phenomenology's impact on our perception of space and time, emphasizing that these concepts are human constructs. Ahmed introduces queer perspectives, urging a reevaluation of marginalized experiences. The discussion also highlights the influence of power dynamics on personal identity, drawing connections to historical legacies of racism and colonialism.
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Kant and Phenomena
- Immanuel Kant introduced the concept of phenomena, which are appearances we perceive.
- We never truly know an object's essence, only how our senses interpret it.
Heidegger's World
- Heidegger challenged Kant, arguing that we are immersed in a "world" shaping our perceptions.
- Our environment determines what we experience, not just our senses.
Heidegger's Hammer
- Heidegger uses the example of a hammer to illustrate his point.
- We become unaware of tools until they break, revealing their role in our "world."