Marxist philosophy

Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian is filled with poetic quotes that symbolize themes of life. Each quote, though, can be interpreted in different ways. For example, on page 132, Arnold and Gordy are talking, and Gordy states something contextually subtle but very thorough. "Life is a constant struggle between being an individual and being part of a community." This quote speaks in many different ways. This quote speaks for the entire plot of the story. This quote speaks for identity.…

one’s own labor. Locke notes that “every man has a property in his own person” taking the position in favor of the very concept of labor as something that is of value and also subject to ownership of that who it belongs to. This exponent of his philosophy is known as the labor theory of property. In this, Locke establishes the principle concept of individuality which is therefore carried out in various actions, most notably one’s own labor. In this, Locke states that “every man has a property in…

Gregor’s metamorphosis is symbolic of this commodification of man. The labor’s wage is a mere overhead cost from the point of view of the entrepreneur. Though the laborer is paid, his product is taken away from him. After the acknowledgement of the entrepreneur’s contribution of providing the conditions for production, it is important to realize that it is not possible to produce without the workforce. The thoughts and skills of the laborer go into his production. There are two factors at play…

more repetitive and positive reference points in some of his writings. In a close look at both Foucault and Nietzsche, one would find a profound use of criticizing power of the will thesis and using other historical thinkers such as Freudian and Marxist beliefs and ideas. Both philosophers, Foucault and Nietzche had a longing to articulate and speak out about concepts and theories like rhizome and other conventionally perceived concepts and ideas that pertain to the power of the state.…

post-war Francophone debate regarding black identity. Sartre illustrates the Negritude in terms of his existentialist philosophy as "a weak stage of a dialectical progression: the theoretical and practical affirmation of white supremacy is the thesis". Sartre's interpretation of the role of Negritude in the formation of the history of blacks clearly appropriates a Hegelian/Marxist view of history. As Azzedine Haddour rightly observes, in “Sartre and Fanon: On Negritude and Political…

serious threat to Christianity. In light of the state of these Asian countries, Phan poses the questions “Will theology be able to explore the religious and spiritual meaning of the unbelief and atheism that accompany the political realization of the Marxist dream? Or will it continue the mindless demonization of Communism and ignore this loudest of questions God is posing to contemporary Christianity?” (Phan, 101). Phan’s question is calling us as Christians to use our theology to reflect upon…

Similar to religion, the word empathy has the potential to relate to any number of entities when viewed through a Marxist lens. Merriam-Webster defines empathy as “the action of understanding, being aware of, being sensitive to, and vicariously experiencing the feelings, thoughts, and experience of another without having the feelings, thoughts, and experience full communicated in an objectively explicit manner.” This emotional bond can connect a person to anything, not exclusively a fellow human…

Marx’s interpretation of history was diametrically opposed to the Hegelian philosophy. To understand Marx’s dialectical materialism, which critiques idealist philosophy of Hegel, it is crucial to consider this famous statement “life is not determined by consciousness, but consciousness by life.” It expounds that whatever we contemplate and comprehend i.e. our mental processes…

2.3. Michel Foucault’s Theories Michel Foucault was a French critical thinker. He has had strong influence on philosophy, critical theory and a wide range of humanistic and social scientific disciplines. He was one of the most influential thinkers of the twentieth century. Foucault played a major role in events and in the focus of theoretical work of that time. He focused on particular subjects because that subjects come from his personal experiences. Whenever I have tried to carry out a piece…

according to his needs” are formulated. These two concepts lay the foundation for the Marxist transition from capitalism, to a socialist society, and then culminate in the Marxist utopia of Communism. From a…