Richard Avenarius
Philosopher focused on empiricism
Born
November 19th, 1843
181 years ago
Died
1896
129 years ago — 53 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany-Switzerland
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Born in 1843, Avenarius developed a philosophical system called Empiriocriticism, emphasizing the role of experience in the formation of knowledge. This approach aimed to bridge the gap between the objective and subjective aspects of human perception. Avenarius served as a professor at various universities, contributing to the field of philosophy and influencing subsequent thinkers. His work often challenged existing philosophical traditions, promoting an understanding that experience is foundational to knowledge. Avenarius's ideas on the relationship between consciousness and reality laid the groundwork for later developments in philosophy.
Developed Empiriocriticism
Influenced later philosophical thought
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