O tema da empatia em Edith Stein

Abstract

This paper aims to describe from a steiniana perspective on the theme of empathy, as constitutor element of uniqueness of the human person, in the relationships we have subjectively and intersubjectively with each other. He background thread is to present, as Edith Stein philosophically position yourself in search of the essence of the theme of empathy, and what are the prospects opening up from its investigation. In this sense, questions and notes are highlighted on the subject of empathy of her teacher Edmund Husserl and confrontations with other similar experiences, raised by other philosophers, such as; Theodor Lipps and Max Scheler. Edith Stein puts in theoretical confrontation with the phenomenological tradition, seeking to describe the essence of the acts of empathy, and affirms the importance of this experience, as constitutor element of uniqueness of the human person. We develop our research, substantiated by the phenomenological method and literature, of which, there is the work of Edith Stein, "About the problem of empathy" (Zum problem der Einfühlung) and Ideas II of Edmund Husserl. The structure of the dissertation was divided into three parts inextricably linked, from which we highlight: At first we describe on the subject of empathy Edmund Husserl, where we present his phenomenological position on the issue, and some developments that allowed her reflection. Our main goal at the moment is to present basic research, in which Stein followed. The second time, presents the theme of empathy in essence according to Stein. In this sense we list the main concepts and philosophical clashes that Stein sets out to do, showing genuine character as a result of empathy and their execution conditions. The third time, we discussed the act of empathizing. Our intention is to introduce empathy, as constitution experience the uniqueness of the human person and the affirmation of personal and other people's values in their relations. However, we affirm that in our relations, there is the possibility of a reciprocal exchange of knowledge and personal values, or formed by our community, safeguarding the dignity of our own existence. This reciprocity is qualified by experience of empathy that enables us to put up from 'other' point of view (the one originating in 'other') and discover hitherto unknown values.