M.K. Mamardashvili on utopian thinking: from the logic of myth to the symbolic logic

The paper describes two approaches to the term “utopia” in the philosophy of M.K. Mamardashvili. Within the study, the author analyzes the strategy of interpreting the concepts of ancient Greek philosophy, such as “topos”, “logos”, “matter”, “contemplation” and investigates the conditions under which utopian thinking is evaluated positively or negatively. At the same time, a demarcation line is drawn between the logic of myth and the logic of the symbol. The conclusion is made about the Mamardashvili’s special approach to the term “utopia” and the distinctive features of his position as a philosopher of the twentieth century are revealed.

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