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What aspect of Herbart's work did he make the greatest contrast to Hegel?

  • Metaphysics

  • Ontology

  • Aesthetics

  • Ethics

Answer

In contrast to Hegel's assertion that aesthetics was the pinnacle of philosophical science, Herbart argued that it belonged to practical philosophy, which dealt with human agency. He believed that aesthetics should concentrate on the investigation and evaluation of human experiences of beauty rather than on metaphysical speculation. Herbart's perspective emphasized the role of emotions and mental processes in aesthetic experiences, contributing to the development of modern psychology and educational theories.
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