Phenomenology and the Process of Reduction

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Philosophy > Metaphysics

An analysis of phenomenology as a new approach to human understanding.

1,459 words () | 5 sources | APA | 2006 United States

Paper Summary:

Phenomenology can be defined as the study of structured experiences or consciousness. This paper attempts to demonstrate why the process of reduction can be rather difficult to accept and apply when trying to reach or attain a genuine phenomenological experience. In particular, it evaluates Jean Paul Sartre's dilemma with the reduction process.

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"Another issue of concern can be directed to "meaning" and "essences". Because reduction is a process that leads to the "primitive stage", which can "possibly" bring out the essence of the tree, essence defined earlier is something's essential meaning; the process of reduction can be defined as that which seeks essential meaning, at least in this context. Suffice to say, how can one find meaning if meaning is not given. At this time it is important that we push this issue a little further. The aim of the philosopher is to find "truth". In particular, the aim of the phenomenologist is to find truth in the form of experiences and its meaningfulness. "

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Phenomenology and the Process of Reduction (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 13, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Essay-Phenomenology-and-the-Process-of-Reduction/67119

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"Phenomenology and the Process of Reduction" 15 January 2012. Web. 13 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Essay-Phenomenology-and-the-Process-of-Reduction/67119>