This paper aims to explore the semantics within Russell’s theory of descriptions.Since the theory heavily relies on Frege’s semantics in various aspects,it is necessary to first examine Frege’s semantic framework,f...This paper aims to explore the semantics within Russell’s theory of descriptions.Since the theory heavily relies on Frege’s semantics in various aspects,it is necessary to first examine Frege’s semantic framework,followed by an analysis of the aspects of Frege’s semantics that Russell accepts and those he rejects.Additionally,we investigate how Russell’s semantics functions within his theory of descriptions.Finally,we examine Strawson’s critique of the theory of descriptions based on the concept of usage.By analyzing the key points between the two,it becomes evident that Russell and Strawson hold differing views on language.However,this difference in linguistic perspectives fundamentally stems from their differing philosophical and truth views.展开更多
The transcendental approach initiated by Immanuel Kant and Peter Strawson has been the most representative contemporary exponent of this line of thinking. Barry Stroud understands this form of transcendental argument ...The transcendental approach initiated by Immanuel Kant and Peter Strawson has been the most representative contemporary exponent of this line of thinking. Barry Stroud understands this form of transcendental argument as relying on an empirical ＂verification principle＂ and hence he rejects it as unnecessary. Nevertheless, Stroud＇s view is only warranted to a certain extent. In some non-empirical objective spheres, including concepts and propositions as regards general metaphysics, moral metaphysics and philosophy of religion, the transcendental approach is still necessary. In terms of quality, transcendental approach belongs to ＂conceptual argumentation,＂ which differs from experience and logic with the fundamental characteristic of setting up a theoretical antecedent before further inquiry at the level of doctrine, i.e., concepts.展开更多
文摘This paper aims to explore the semantics within Russell’s theory of descriptions.Since the theory heavily relies on Frege’s semantics in various aspects,it is necessary to first examine Frege’s semantic framework,followed by an analysis of the aspects of Frege’s semantics that Russell accepts and those he rejects.Additionally,we investigate how Russell’s semantics functions within his theory of descriptions.Finally,we examine Strawson’s critique of the theory of descriptions based on the concept of usage.By analyzing the key points between the two,it becomes evident that Russell and Strawson hold differing views on language.However,this difference in linguistic perspectives fundamentally stems from their differing philosophical and truth views.
文摘The transcendental approach initiated by Immanuel Kant and Peter Strawson has been the most representative contemporary exponent of this line of thinking. Barry Stroud understands this form of transcendental argument as relying on an empirical ＂verification principle＂ and hence he rejects it as unnecessary. Nevertheless, Stroud＇s view is only warranted to a certain extent. In some non-empirical objective spheres, including concepts and propositions as regards general metaphysics, moral metaphysics and philosophy of religion, the transcendental approach is still necessary. In terms of quality, transcendental approach belongs to ＂conceptual argumentation,＂ which differs from experience and logic with the fundamental characteristic of setting up a theoretical antecedent before further inquiry at the level of doctrine, i.e., concepts.
