Die transzendentale Philosophie
Example: Die transzendentale Philosophie untersucht die Bedingungen der Erkenntnis.
Definition
"Die transzendentale Philosophie" is a branch of philosophy that investigates the fundamental conditions and a priori principles that make knowledge and experience possible. It focuses on understanding how the mind structures reality rather than studying the objects themselves.
Etymology
The term "die transzendentale Philosophie" originates from the Latin 'transcendens,' meaning 'going beyond,' combined with 'Philosophie,' derived from the Greek 'philosophia,' meaning 'love of wisdom.' Immanuel Kant popularized this concept in the 18th century to describe his approach to the limits and scope of human knowledge.
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