Kumatarō Kawada
| PersonType | Category:Authors of German Works Category:Authors of Japanese Works |
|---|---|
| FirstName / namefirst | Kumatarō |
| LastName / namelast | Kawada |
| MainNamePhon | Kumatarō Kawada |
| SortName | Kawada, Kumatarō |
| bio | Kumatarō Kawada was a Japanese philosopher who lived from 1899 to 1981. He was known for his work in comparative philosophy, which involved examining and contrasting Western and Japanese philosophical traditions. Kawada believed that Japanese thinkers should engage in comparative philosophy due to the influence of Western thinking on their culture.
Kawada made significant contributions to the field of philosophy in Japan. In 1960, he presented his conception of the meaning of comparative philosophy at the annual convention of the Japanese Society of Medieval Philosophy. His work also touched on topics such as the nature of truth and Buddhist concepts, as evidenced by his writings on Gotama Buddha and the concept of Dharmadatu. Kawada's philosophical approach garnered attention from other scholars, with some of his work being discussed in relation to critiques of intuition and scientific empiricism. His ideas continue to be studied and referenced in academic circles, demonstrating the lasting impact of his contributions to comparative philosophy. (Generated by Perplexity Jan 10, 2025) |
| YearBirth | 1899 |
| YearDeath | 1981 |
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