The Interrelation of Dialectic and Hermeneutics in Paul Ricoeur’s Early Philosophy of the Self.

This article delves into the relationship between dialectic and hermeneutics in Paul Ricoeur's early philosophy of the self. It argues that both dialectic and hermeneutics are crucial in mediating with the Other, and that Ricoeur's concept of the self emphasizes the importance of the Other in its formation. The article explores the similarities between Ricoeur and Fichte's dialectic, suggesting that Fichte's framework is more suitable for understanding Ricoeur's model. Additionally, the article discusses the role of hermeneutics in mediating individual acts of meaning and their expression in language, highlighting the limitations of complete transparency in symbolic meaning. Overall, the text provides a comprehensive analysis of Ricoeur's philosophy and its connections to other philosophical ideas. [Extracted from the article]