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In Merleau-Ponty’s philosophy, perception plays a foundational role in what?
Human experience of the world
Political ideology
Artistic expression
Ethical decisions
Answer
In Merleau-Ponty's philosophy, the human experience of the world is fundamentally rooted in perception. He posits that our perception is not merely a passive reception of sensory data but rather an active engagement with the world. This means that our understanding and knowledge of the world are not separate from our sensory experiences but are intimately intertwined with them.
Mystery of Perception: A Maurice Merleau-Ponty Quiz
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