Between being and emptiness
Aeon Essays • 2/5/2026
Summary
The article titled "Between being and emptiness" by Takeshi Morisato discusses Japanese philosophy's concept of 'ningen' (人間), which emphasizes the interconnectedness of individuals with other humans and nature. This contrasts with the atomized view of the self prevalent in Western thought.
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