“When speaking of a "body of knowledge" or of "the results of research," e.g., we tacitly assign the same cognitive status to inherited knowledge and to independently acquired knowledge. To counteract this tendency a special effort is required to transform inherited knowledge into genuine knowledge by revitalizing its original discovery, and to discriminate between the genuine and the spurious elements of what claims to be inherited knowledge.”
Quote by Leo Strauss
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What is Political Philosophy? And Other Studies
This volume brings together a series of studies that investigate the core questions and methods of political philosophy. The essays consider how political philosophy differs from political science, ideology, and historical inquiry, and they examine the works of key thinkers to illustrate the enduring problems and tensions within the field. The collection addresses topics such as the nature of justice, the role of the philosopher in society, and the challenges of applying philosophical principles to political life, offering a reflective analysis of the discipline's purpose and limits. more
Author
Leo Strauss
Leo Strauss was a prominent philosopher born on September 20, 1899, and died on October 18, 1973. His thoughts were deeply influenced by classical philosophy and German philosophy, especially by Martin Heidegger's philosophical ideas. Strauss's main contribution lies in his reinterpretation of political philosophy, emphasizing the close connection between political philosophy and moral philosophy. more
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