Robert C. Solomon
Robert C. Solomon
Full Name and Common Aliases
Robert Charles Solomon was an American philosopher, writer, and professor, known for his work in the fields of existentialism, phenomenology, and ethics.
Birth and Death Dates
Born on October 8, 1937, in Detroit, Michigan, Solomon passed away on January 2, 2007, at the age of 69.
Nationality and Profession(s)
Solomon was an American philosopher and professor. He held positions at various institutions, including Ohio University, the University of Texas at Austin, and Rice University.
Early Life and Background
Growing up in Detroit during World War II, Solomon's early life was marked by economic hardship and social upheaval. His experiences during this time would later influence his philosophical perspectives on existentialism and phenomenology. Solomon's academic pursuits began with a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy from the University of Michigan, where he developed an interest in the works of Martin Heidegger.
Major Accomplishments
Solomon made significant contributions to various fields within philosophy. His work focused on:
Existentialism: He argued that human beings are fundamentally free and responsible for their choices.
Phenomenology: Solomon believed that understanding subjective experience was crucial in grasping the nature of reality.
Ethics: He developed a theory of ethics based on the idea that humans have inherent dignity and worth.Notable Works or Actions
Solomon authored numerous books, including:
1. From Hegel to Existentialism (1988) - A comprehensive exploration of existentialist thought from a phenomenological perspective.
2. Continental Philosophy: An Introduction (2003) - A detailed analysis of the key concepts and figures in continental philosophy.
Impact and Legacy
Solomon's work has had a lasting impact on various fields, including:
Philosophy: His theories on existentialism, phenomenology, and ethics continue to influence contemporary thought.
* Education: As a professor, Solomon inspired countless students with his passion for philosophy and his commitment to fostering critical thinking.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Solomon's quotes often appear in contexts related to personal growth, self-awareness, and the importance of living authentically. His writings on existentialism and phenomenology offer insights into the human condition, encouraging readers to reflect on their own experiences and values.
Quotes by Robert C. Solomon
Robert C. Solomon's insights on:
Love can be understood only 'from the inside,' as a language can be understood only by someone who speaks it, as a world can be understood only by someone who lives in it.
On private transactions, I’ll just go very quickly now, a major difference between the United States and Euroland is that in Europe banks are much more important in financial transactions than in the United States.
A woman’s death, through much of the same history, was thought to be a simpler thing, preferably quiet and uncomplaining, or tragically in childbirth. Just as women were denied the right and the capacity to a full life, they were denied the right and the capacity to a full death as well.
The thoroughly guilty man has an advantage over all of us; he cannot be found more guilty of anything, since he has already found himself guilty of everything. This may sound like an absurdity – causing oneself extreme pain in order not to feel any number of little pains of lesser guilts and shames, but it has its own logic. A man more easily adapts to what he inflicts upon himself; as to his own judgement, he is already committed to it and willing to live with it.
The major material advantage, financial advantage from having a reserve currency is that between 200 and 300 billion dollar bills, that may be twenty, fifty, hundred dollar bills as well as ones, exist in the world – a lot of them in Russia as you all know I’m sure.
Indeed, some kitsch seems to be flawed by its very perfection, its technical virtuosity and its precise execution, its explicit knowledge of the tradition.
There’s a stability and growth pact which was agreed for the eleven countries which tries to limit the size of budget deficits among the eleven countries.
Back in those days, in the fifties and sixties, countries had balance of payment’s deficits or surpluses, those were reflected much more than today in movements of reserves among countries.
There has been talk in Europe about American hegemony being somehow based upon the use of the dollar in the world. I just don’t see that connection at all.
Love can be understood only “from the inside,” as a language can be understood only by someone who speaks it, as a world can be understood only by someone who lives in it.