Event and Time

This work examines the subjectivization of time in both traditional and contemporary metaphysics, arguing for a shift towards the evential hermeneutics of human existence, as developed in Event and Time.

Event and Time presents a critical examination of how traditional metaphysics has approached the concept of time, particularly through the lenses of thinkers like Plato, Aristotle, and Augustine. The author delves into the ways in which contemporary philosophy, spanning from Kant to Bergson, Husserl, and Heidegger, has treated time as a fundamental aspect of the subject. This perspective suggests that time does not exist independently but is instead shaped by human actions, memories, and anticipations.

The book argues that this subjectivization of time, prevalent in metaphysical discussions, ultimately limits our understanding of the temporal phenomenon. Through a thorough analysis, the author traces the evolution of this thesis, demonstrating how the inner-temporal understanding of time has contributed to its subjectivization within metaphysical frameworks. By scrutinizing the philosophies of earlier thinkers, the author highlights the implications of viewing time solely through the lens of subjectivity.

In a significant shift, Event and Time proposes that the analysis of time should instead focus on the evential hermeneutics of human existence, a concept initially introduced in the author's previous work, Event and World. This new approach aims to deepen and expand the understanding of time beyond traditional metaphysical confines, offering a fresh perspective on the relationship between human beings and the temporal dimension. Through this rigorous exploration, the book makes an original and compelling contribution to contemporary philosophical discourse on the nature of time and events.