First Philosophy
First Philosophy
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E15 Gadamer: Hermeneutics
1 hour 4 minutes Posted Mar 26, 2026 at 2:00 pm.
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Begin Philosophy here!

In the fifteenth episode of First Philosophy, Awee continues with the philosophy of Hans-Georg Gadamer and the idea that understanding is never neutral. Every act of interpretation begins within traditions, prejudices, and historical contexts, and according to Gadamer these are not obstacles to knowledge but the very conditions that make understanding possible.

Sonia and Kas t explore the consequences of this view for philosophy and dialogue. If interpretation always exceeds our control, can we ever reach objective understanding? 

Let's begin, finally!