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The Priority of the Person

Political, Philosophical, and Historical Discoveries

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Exploring the concept of "person," David Walsh argues it is central to modern political thought. The book is structured in three parts: the discovery of the inexhaustibility of persons, the philosophical differentiation of the concept, and its historical emergence through art, science, and faith. Walsh traces the roots of "person" to Greek and Christian ideas, emphasizing its modern significance linked to interiority. He posits that recognizing individuals as unique worlds enables genuine communication, friendship, and community building.

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The Priority of the Person, David Walsh

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Title
The Priority of the Person
Subtitle
Political, Philosophical, and Historical Discoveries
Language
English
Released
2020
Format
Hardcover
Pages
372
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9780268107376
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Exploring the concept of "person," David Walsh argues it is central to modern political thought. The book is structured in three parts: the discovery of the inexhaustibility of persons, the philosophical differentiation of the concept, and its historical emergence through art, science, and faith. Walsh traces the roots of "person" to Greek and Christian ideas, emphasizing its modern significance linked to interiority. He posits that recognizing individuals as unique worlds enables genuine communication, friendship, and community building.