 | Herder on Nationality, Humanity, and History Subjects: Herder Johann Gottfried 1744–1803 -- Contributions in political science; Herder Johann Gottfried 1744–1803 -- Contributions in philosophy of history; Political science -- History -- 18th century; History -- Philosophy; The core of J.G. Herder's philosophy of nationalism lies in the conviction that human creativity must be embedded in the particular culture of a communal language. While he acknowledged that this cultural particular must be integrated into a more universal humanity, he insisted that each culture should preserve its incommensurable distinctiveness. He also called for a new method of enquiry regarding history, one that demands empathetic sensitivity toward the uniquely individual while realizing that there are few gains without losses. CA |
