Cassirer argues that humans are animals of symbols,and these symbolic forms encompass not only the science of rational logic but also non-logical elements such as mythology and primitive religions.Previous research on...Cassirer argues that humans are animals of symbols,and these symbolic forms encompass not only the science of rational logic but also non-logical elements such as mythology and primitive religions.Previous research on Cassirer’s philosophy of symbolic forms has primarily focused on philosophical connotations,philosophical thoughts,cultural philosophy,and other aspects,yielding abundant results.By examining mythology within the context of symbolic forms,we discover a force within it,namely,the solidifying power.This solidifying power demands that mythology maintain fixed and established forms during its emergence and development,thereby distinguishing it from other symbolic forms.By exploring the development trends and manifestations of the solidifying power in mythology,we can gain a clearer understanding of the path of human intellectual development from childhood to maturity,thus answering the historical question of human essence.展开更多
文摘Cassirer argues that humans are animals of symbols,and these symbolic forms encompass not only the science of rational logic but also non-logical elements such as mythology and primitive religions.Previous research on Cassirer’s philosophy of symbolic forms has primarily focused on philosophical connotations,philosophical thoughts,cultural philosophy,and other aspects,yielding abundant results.By examining mythology within the context of symbolic forms,we discover a force within it,namely,the solidifying power.This solidifying power demands that mythology maintain fixed and established forms during its emergence and development,thereby distinguishing it from other symbolic forms.By exploring the development trends and manifestations of the solidifying power in mythology,we can gain a clearer understanding of the path of human intellectual development from childhood to maturity,thus answering the historical question of human essence.
