Chinese philosophy – the art of thinking nothing | Sternstunde Philosophie | SRF Kultur
Kai Marchal was 22 when he traveled to China on the Trans-Siberian Railway, bringing with him a longing for alternative ways of thinking. He is now a professor of philosophy in Taipei. Barbara Bleisch talks to him about the art of not thinking and the wisdom of the Dao. Our image of China is shaped by rapid change: The population is moving to the cities, consumption is growing exponentially, and the environment is suffering. But China is also a place of longing that practices turning away from everything and instructs us to surrender to the Dao, the enigmatic principle of all becoming and passing away. How do these images fit together? And can we, rational Westerners, even understand Chinese thought? Did Daoists and Confucians pursue a philosophical project that can help us lead successful lives? Or is their teaching more like a religion? Kai Marchal has written an entertaining and profound book about his life in China, which also provides an introduction to Chinese thought. Barbara Bleisch meets him for a chat. Literature: Kai Marchal: "Step through the wall and become who you (are not). On the trail of Chinese thought." Matthes and Seitz, 2019 Sternstunde Philosophie from April 28, 2019 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- More culture on YouTube 🔔 https://www.youtube.com/srfkultur?sub... More culture on Facebook 👥 / srfkultur More culture on Twitter 🐦 / srfkultur More culture on srf.ch 👉 https://www.srf.ch/kultur ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The "Sternstunde Philosophie" promotes an in-depth and critical exchange of ideas and delves into the burning questions of our time. "Sternstunde Philosophie" spans a broad spectrum from current sociopolitical issues to the fundamental questions of philosophy: Who is responsible for what, what constitutes human freedom, what determines our meaning in life? Guests include prominent figures from science, culture, politics, and business – voices that stimulate thought and reflect on and contextualize our current events. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SRF Social Media Netiquette: ► https://www.srf.ch/social-netiquette #SRFKultur #SRFSternstunde #Philosophie #SRF 💬 Do you have questions, suggestions, or criticism? Then write to us at: [email protected]
