Søren Kierkegaard: Subjectivity, Irony & Crisis of Modernity
Explore Kierkegaard's analysis of modern relativism, subjectivism, and nihilism through the lens of Socratic philosophy.
Course Cost
₹ 2,699
Beginner
Skill Level
12 Hours
Self-paced lessons
This course delves into Søren Kierkegaard's profound analysis of modern philosophical challenges, including relativism, subjectivism, and nihilism. Led by Jon Stewart, a former associate professor at the Søren Kierkegaard Research Centre, the course explores how Kierkegaard uses the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates as a model to address contemporary issues. Participants will examine Kierkegaard's insights into the problems of meaninglessness, loss of religious faith, and alienation that characterize modern life. The course covers Kierkegaard's key works, his critique of Hegelianism, and his unique approach to understanding Socrates. It also traces the development of Kierkegaard's thought through his pseudonymous works and his later direct critiques of the Danish state church. By studying Kierkegaard's engagement with Socratic ideas, students will gain valuable perspectives on addressing modern philosophical and existential challenges.
What you'll learn
Understand Kierkegaard's analysis of modern philosophical problems
Explore the influence of Socrates on Kierkegaard's thought
Examine Kierkegaard's critique of Hegelianism and Romantic irony
Investigate Kierkegaard's pseudonymous works and their significance
Analyze Kierkegaard's approach to faith, subjectivity, and existence
Discover the relevance of Kierkegaard's ideas to contemporary issues
Trace the development of Kierkegaard's thought throughout his authorship
Gain insights into Kierkegaard's critique of the Danish state church
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
13 Hours PreRecorded video
8 quizzes
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There are 8 modules in this course
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of Søren Kierkegaard's philosophical thought, focusing on his analysis of modern issues through the lens of Socratic philosophy. Students will examine Kierkegaard's critique of relativism, subjectivism, and nihilism, and how he uses Socrates as a model to address these contemporary challenges. The course covers Kierkegaard's major works, his engagement with Hegelianism, and the development of his pseudonymous authorship. It also delves into Kierkegaard's later critiques of the Danish state church and his lasting influence on modern philosophy. Through lectures, readings, and discussions, participants will gain a deep understanding of Kierkegaard's unique approach to existential and religious questions, and how his insights remain relevant in addressing the philosophical crises of modernity.
Course Introduction: The Life and Work of Kierkegaard as a "Socratic Task"
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Kierkegaard, Martensen and Hegelianism
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Kierkegaard's View of Socrates
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Kierkegaard, Heiberg and History
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
Kierkegaard, Møller and Schlegel
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
The Trip to Berlin and the Beginning of the Authorship
Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete
The Development of the Pseudonymous Works
Module 7 · 2 Hours to complete
The 2nd Half of the Authorship and the Attack on the Church
Module 8 · 3 Hours to complete
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