Thomas Sheenan is a philosopher, and Professor Emeritus at the Department of Religious Studies, Stanford University and Professor Emeritus at the Department of Philosophy, Loyola University Chicago. He is known for his books on Heidegger and Roman Catholicism. His specialties are in philosophy of religion, twentieth-century European philosophy, and classical metaphysics. Among many, he is the author of “Making Sense of Heidegger: A Paradigm Shift”.
In today’s conversation it’s all about:
In this insightful discussion, Thomas Sheehan delves into Heidegger’s profound explorations of being, language, and our existential journey. Heidegger’s philosophy is not just an intellectual exercise but a deep inquiry into our very nature of existence, challenging us to confront the core of what it means to be. Sheehan emphasizes that Heidegger sees language as not merely a tool for communication but as the very medium through which we interpret and construct our reality. This conversation illuminates the intricate relationship between our capacity for thought, language, and the ongoing process of meaning-making that defines our human condition.
Themes & Keywords
- Introduction to Heidegger’s Existential Inquiry
- Heidegger’s Challenge to Metaphysics
- The Role of Language in Constructing Reality
- Exploring “Being-towards-death” and Mortality
- Heidegger on Thinking, Meaning, and Authenticity
- The Interplay Between Individual and Society in Heidegger’s Philosophy
- Sheehan’s Unique Interpretation of Heidegger Concluding Thoughts on Heidegger’s Philosophical Impact
Be, As You Are ❤️
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- Contact: tsheehan1941@gmail.com
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