Doing Philosophy Comparatively: Foundations, Problems, and Methods of Cross-Cultural Inquiry

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Tim Connolly (East Stroudsburg University, USA)

Doing Philosophy Comparatively

Foundations, Problems, and Methods of Cross-Cultural Inquiry

Tim Connolly (East Stroudsburg University, USA)

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Bloomsbury Academic
27 April 2023

Non-Western philosophy; Oriental & Indian philosophy; Comparative religion

What standards should we use to evaluate culturally distinct philosophies? What kind of barrier does language or cultural difference pose in our attempts to understand other traditions? How do we avoid our comparisons being biased?

Doing Philosophy Comparatively answers these questions by providing a thorough overview of the methodology involved in extending philosophy across linguistic and cultural boundaries.

Now revised and updated to showcase the most recent developments in the field, this second edition engages with philosophies beyond the Anglo-European tradition and features:

· Examples of cross-cultural philosophy from a wider range of non-Western traditions

· Methodological innovations from works of comparative philosophy published in the last decade

· Focused exercises for each chapter demonstrating how to interact meaningfully with primary texts and engage with recent debates in comparative philosophy

· Updated discussion questions and readings

Introducing the main problems, methods, and approaches of comparative philosophy, this new edition shows you how to make informed cross-cultural judgments through reflection and practice. It remains an essential toolkit for the practice of doing comparative philosophy.

By: Tim Connolly (East Stroudsburg University USA)
Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 454g
ISBN: 9781350177550
ISBN 10: 1350177555
Pages: 312
Publication Date: 27 April 2023
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

List of Tables Acknowledgements Introduction How this Book Works Part I. The Nature of Comparative Philosophy 1. Is There Such a Thing as Comparative Philosophy? The Legitimacy of “non-Western philosophy” What is “philosophy” in comparative philosophy? The “Comparative” Aspect Conclusion 2. The Goals of Comparison A First Look at the Two Dimensions The Interpretive Dimension: Comparing to Understand The Constructive Dimension: Comparing to Make Philosophical Progress Conclusion 3. The Role of Tradition and Culture Tradition and Philosophy Culture Which Traditions? Conclusion Part II. The Problems of Comparative Philosophy 4. Linguistic Incommensurability Background on the Term The Linguistic Relativity Thesis Understanding Other Languages Issues for Comparative Philosophers Conclusion 5. Foundational and Evaluative Incommensurability Foundational Incommensurability Evaluative Incommensurability Conclusion 6. One-Sidedness The Meaning of One-sidedness Avoiding One-sidedness Conclusion 7. Generalization Cultural Essentialism The Generalizations Debate Generalizations and Evidence Conclusion Part III. Approaches to Comparison 8. Universalism Varieties of Universalism Challenges and Criticisms Conclusion 9. Pluralism The Case for Pluralism Criticism and Evaluation Conclusion 10. Consensus Consensus in Theory and Practice Evaluating the Consensus Approach Conclusion 11. Global Philosophy The Challenge of Global Philosophy External Criticism Global Problem-Solving Conclusion Part IV: The Practice of Comparative Philosophy 12. Study and Teaching Resources for Doing Philosophy Comparatively Exercises Suggested Readings Further Questions for Discussion Conclusion Notes Bibliography Index

Tim Connolly is Professor of the Department of Modern Languages, Philosophy, and Religion at East Stroudsburg University, USA.

Reviews for Doing Philosophy Comparatively: Foundations, Problems, and Methods of Cross-Cultural Inquiry

An excellent starting point for anyone interested in the field of comparative philosophy [...] Tim Connolly has established a benchmark for the study of comparative philosophy [...] by offering a clear summary of the key issues and by providing a platform for nurturing future philosophers to think beyond their localized perspectives. * OCCT Review (of the first edition) * The author faces the topics [in this book] in a concise but thought-provoking manner ... [and] outlines the discipline in an exciting way ... [A] vibrant introduction to comparative philosophy. * Journal of East-West Thought (of the first edition) * In this well-written, jargon-free textbook, Connolly sensitively addresses the worthiness and significance of comparative philosophy while also acknowledging the difficulties that arise from a comparative approach [...] Each of the 11 chapters concludes with rich suggested readings and discussion questions that will serve well in classroom settings. This volume marks an extraordinary step forward in comparative philosophy, and this reviewer knows of no better guidebook. An invaluable resource for those pursuing a career in comparative philosophy. Summing Up: Highly recommended. * CHOICE (of the first edition) * This book's lucid organization, engaging and accessible prose, and balanced presentation of competing views makes it the ideal introduction to comparative philosophy. * Stephen C. Angle, Professor of Philosophy, Wesleyan University, USA * This book's well-argued defense of comparative philosophy and illuminating discussions of its challenges and problems, as well as different comparative approaches, will provide invaluable resources for teaching and learning how to philosophize across cultural boundaries. Students will find the chapter-by-chapter exercises added to this new edition particularly helpful. * Sor-hoon Tan, Professor of Philosophy, Singapore Management University, Singapore *