Henkinen Tarmo
1923
A philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the relationship between consciousness and life, exploring themes such as memory, free will, and the nature of existence. Bergson's work likely presents complex ideas about the creative aspects of consciousness and human experience. The opening of ''Henkinen tarmo'' begins with a reflection on the role of consciousness in understanding life and existence. Bergson emphasizes the importance of approaching philosophical questions about consciousness and its relationship with the body without becoming trapped in abstract systems. He posits that consciousness is intricately linked to memory and future anticipation, suggesting that these elements are crucial for understanding human action and creativity. In introducing these concepts, Bergson sets the stage for a deeper exploration of how consciousness operates and its impact on individual agency and the broader scope of life.
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“لقد تساءلت أحياناً ترى ماذا كان يحدث لو أن العلم الحديث، بدلاً من أن يمضي من الرياضيات إلى الميكانيكا والفلك فالفيزياء والكيمياء، وبدلاً من أن يوجه كل جهوده إلى دراسة المادة، قد بدأ بالنظر في الروح؟ ماذا كان يحدث لو أن كبلر وجاليليو ونيوتن كانوا علماء نفس؟ لو حدث ذلك لكان بين أيدينا سيكولوجيا لا نستطيع اليوم أن نتخيلها، كما كان الناس قبل جاليليو لا يستيعون أن يتصوروا ما أصبحت عليه الفيزياء في عصرنا الحاضر””
— Henri Bergson
“To sum up, whatever be the doctrine to which our reason assents, our imagination has a very clear-cut philosophy of its own: in every human form it sees the effort of a soul which is shaping matter, a soul which is infinitely supple and perpetually in motion, subject to no law of gravitation, for it is not the earth that attracts it. This soul imparts a portion of its winged lightness to the body it animates: the immateriality which thus passes into matter is what is called gracefulness. Matter, however, is obstinate and resists.””
— Henri Bergson
