Pensée pré-logique, logiques nouvelles & Pentateuque

Book Description

This thought-provoking collection emerges from a remarkable evening of philosophical discourse held at the Museum of Art and History of Judaism in Paris, where scholars gathered to explore Benjamin Fondane's groundbreaking analysis of metaphysician Lucien Lévy-Bruhl's work on pre-logical thought.

At the heart of this exploration lies a fascinating intellectual journey that connects ancient ways of thinking with contemporary logical frameworks and, unexpectedly, with the foundational texts of the Pentateuch. Fondane's investigation reveals how Lévy-Bruhl's examination of primitive thought patterns creates what the contributors describe as a "theatrical coup" that challenges our most fundamental assumptions about human reasoning and spiritual understanding.

The volume presents the rich interventions from this memorable gathering, where despite a city-wide strike that nearly paralyzed Paris, dedicated thinkers came together to wrestle with questions that touch the very core of philosophy and spiritual inquiry. These discussions illuminate the complex relationships between different modes of human consciousness, from the pre-logical thinking of ancient societies to modern logical systems, and their surprising connections to biblical wisdom.

Readers will also discover an unpublished notebook by Fondane himself, offering intimate glimpses into his thoughts on Lévy-Bruhl's theories and logical questions. This collection invites those interested in the evolution of human consciousness and the intersection of philosophy with spiritual tradition to engage with ideas that span cultures, centuries, and ways of knowing.