Levinas criticizes the traditional notions of identity as egoistic, engenders exclusion and violence. Grounding one’s thoughts in autrui refocuses on ethical relations and emphasizes responsibility and openness. His idea that “the essence of discourse is prayer” suggests a humbling and pleading with the other for understanding in truly communicative acts and thus real relating and ethical behavior.
REQUIREMENTS: 1. Target length – 1500 words 5 pages 2. Sources – at least two are required; one chosen from the above list, and one from outside any assigned reading for this course. You may use mo
REQUIREMENTS: 1. Target length – 1500 words 5 pages 2. Sources – at least two are required; one chosen from the above list, and one from outside any assigned reading for this course. You may use more sources than this (both assigned, others from the course text, or outside sources),