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August 17, 2025Paradigma

Between Meaning and Benefit: Existentialism and Pragmatism in Viewing Human Life

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MHMuhammad Zaid HaritsahrizalMRMarshanda RosyMPMuhamad ParhanIndonesia University of Education

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Implication

Content analysis reveals existentialism emphasizes individual freedom, while pragmatism focuses on the practical benefits of actions.

Key Points

  • Existentialism highlights the importance of individual freedom and responsibility in defining one's meaning of life, and offers profound personal insights.
  • Pragmatism assesses the value of ideas based on their practical results, emphasizing actions that bring tangible benefits in daily life.
  • The analysis involves studying key philosophers like Jean-Paul Sartre and William James to understand their contributions to both schools.
  • Despite differing views, the philosophies complement each other, helping individuals balance meaning and practical outcomes in a complex world.

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Haritsahrizal et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c23652b210217d647741c7https://doi.org/10.33558/paradigma.v22i2.10494
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