On a Forming of a Method of Intuition

Year 2012, Issue: 18 - Kaygı (18) 2012, 29 - 33, 15.04.2012

Renáta Kıšoňová

Abstract

The paper focuses on that part of Henri Bergson´s philosophy, which is represented by its methodological consequences. The main objective of the paper is a difference between intuition and intelect in Bergson´ s work. His method of intuition is utterly connected with a duration. According to Bergson, intelect moves about a field of stability, rigidity, routine. It is characteristed by misunderstanding of a duration and being. Intuition, on the other hand moves about a field of spontaneity and temporality. It is a direct understanding of matter. Bergson reasons, that there is not intuition without intelect and there is no intelect without a sign of intuition; these two types of understanding need each other in their demonstrations.

Keywords

Intuition, Bergson, Method, Precision, Duration, Intelect, Instinct

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