intersubjectivity
The shared, reciprocal relationship between conscious beings that allows for mutual recognition and the constitution of selfhood.
1 chapter across 1 book
Being and Nothingness (1943)Jean-Paul Sartre
In "Chapter 1: The Other’s Existence," Sartre explores the complex relationship between the self and the Other, emphasizing the ontological and phenomenological implications of encountering another consciousness. He draws on philosophical traditions including Kant, Hegel, Heidegger, and phenomenology to analyze how the presence of the Other challenges and shapes the self's being-for-itself, highlighting themes of self-consciousness, alienation, and intersubjectivity. The chapter also includes extensive commentary and notes that clarify Sartre's references and terminology, underscoring the philosophical depth and interdisciplinary nature of his inquiry.