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What characterizes the notion of modernity in terms of rationality?
What characterizes the notion of modernity in terms of rationality?
Which philosopher stated 'I think, therefore I am' and contributed to the mind-body dualism?
Which philosopher stated 'I think, therefore I am' and contributed to the mind-body dualism?
In modernity, which concept refers to the perception of truth as unchallengeable?
In modernity, which concept refers to the perception of truth as unchallengeable?
How does Saussure's concept of the sign contribute to the understanding of meaning?
How does Saussure's concept of the sign contribute to the understanding of meaning?
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Which literary movement is most closely associated with modernity?
Which literary movement is most closely associated with modernity?
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What aspect of modernity does the concept of 'binary oppositions' highlight?
What aspect of modernity does the concept of 'binary oppositions' highlight?
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What does John Locke’s empiricism emphasize in terms of knowledge acquisition?
What does John Locke’s empiricism emphasize in terms of knowledge acquisition?
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In the context of modernity, what does the term 'corporeality' refer to?
In the context of modernity, what does the term 'corporeality' refer to?
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What is a significant characteristic of modernity as described in the content?
What is a significant characteristic of modernity as described in the content?
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Which term describes the disconnect between words and their meanings in the context of modernity?
Which term describes the disconnect between words and their meanings in the context of modernity?
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What does the phrase 'God is dead' signify in relation to modernity?
What does the phrase 'God is dead' signify in relation to modernity?
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In modernity, how is time perceived according to the content?
In modernity, how is time perceived according to the content?
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Which playwright is recognized as the epitome of modernism in relation to waiting and existential themes?
Which playwright is recognized as the epitome of modernism in relation to waiting and existential themes?
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What challenge does Nietzsche present in his philosophy related to modernity?
What challenge does Nietzsche present in his philosophy related to modernity?
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How does modernity affect communication, according to the content?
How does modernity affect communication, according to the content?
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What is the consequence of the collapse of metaphysics in modernity?
What is the consequence of the collapse of metaphysics in modernity?
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What does the expression 'binary oppositions' imply in modernity?
What does the expression 'binary oppositions' imply in modernity?
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How does modernity regard the notion of 'truth'?
How does modernity regard the notion of 'truth'?
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Which of the following statements reflects the modernist perspective on time?
Which of the following statements reflects the modernist perspective on time?
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What role does rationality play in the concept of modernity?
What role does rationality play in the concept of modernity?
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Which philosophical approach does John Locke represent in the context of modernity?
Which philosophical approach does John Locke represent in the context of modernity?
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What is a key characteristic of realism as a literary movement associated with modernity?
What is a key characteristic of realism as a literary movement associated with modernity?
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The concept of 'corporeality' in modernity and its relation to mind-body dualism suggests what?
The concept of 'corporeality' in modernity and its relation to mind-body dualism suggests what?
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How does Freud's concept of the unconscious react against modernist ideas?
How does Freud's concept of the unconscious react against modernist ideas?
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Study Notes
Modernity vs. Modernism
- Modernity, emphasizing reason and rationality, dominated the late 17th and 18th centuries.
- It believed in a singular, unquestionable truth, represented by figures like Descartes, Plato, and Locke.
- Positivism and empiricism were key components of this era.
- Linearity and clock time were central to this view.
- Binary oppositions (e.g., mind/body, man/woman) were prevalent.
- Literature during this period reflected this with realism, focused on clear structures, characters, order, and unity.
Modernism's Departure from Modernity
- Modernism in the 20th century represented a departure from the established modernist view.
- Modernism questioned the singular, unquestionable truth of modernity.
- The unconscious, imagination, and irrationality emerged as significant counterpoints.
- Modernist literature often explored unconventional characters, ambiguous narratives, and fragmented structures, unlike the clear-cut structure of realism.
- The questioning of a singular truth led to more complex perceptions of the world.
- Works questioned universal truth and embraced ambiguity.
Key Characteristics of Modernity
- Age of Reason: Reason and rationality, considered absolute, like a god.
- Positivism and Empiricism: Emphasis on verifiable observations.
- Linear Time: Clock time, progressing in a straight line.
- Binary Oppositions: Dualistic thinking (e.g., mind/body, man/woman).
- Rationality and Logic: Emphasis on order and clear structures.
Key Characteristics of Modernism
- Rejection of Modernity's certainties: Modernism challenged the absolute truths of the past.
- Exploration of the Unconscious: Acknowledging the power and nature of the unconscious mind.
- Fragmented Narratives: Departing from the linear structure of realism.
- Ambiguity: Challenging the pursuit of a single understanding of truth.
- Experimentation with form and language: Challenging conventional literary forms and language to reflect a new way of viewing the world.
Examples of Figures and Concepts
- Descartes: "I think, therefore I am" – emphasizes mind over body.
- Plato: World of ideas vs. world of shadows – a binary opposition.
- John Locke: Empiricism; all knowledge comes from sensory experience.
- Saussure: Structuralism and the study of signs.
- Freud: The unconscious, a realm inaccessible to reason.
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Test your knowledge on the key concepts of Modernity and Modernism. Explore the philosophical shifts from the rationality of the late 17th and 18th centuries to the complex and fragmented narratives of the 20th century. Understand the significant figures and ideas that shaped these movements.
