The Dialectical Relationship Between Philosophy and Art: The Interplay of Thinking and Creativity
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Philosophy has traditionally provided the foundation for thought and culture, defining creativity as an inherent dimension of human nature and art as a medium for conveying the meanings of existence. This scholarly inquiry aims to focus on the analysis of the dialectical relationship between philosophy and art, with an emphasis on how these two spheres interact and influence each other. The objectives of the article are centred on their mutual influence: philosophy structures the axiological foundations of the artistic domain, while art expands the epistemological boundaries of philosophical thought. The methodology adheres to the standards of qualitative research. It is oriented towards a comprehensive review of sources and literature, followed by a systematic and comparative analysis of the relationship between philosophy and art. The findings indicate a gradual transformation of the dialectical interaction between these disciplines towards innovative synergetic dimensions, wherein philosophy and art do not merely accompany each other but form a unified interplay of creative and logical components. The article also delves into the methodological significance of these relations in the era of globalisation, wherein art and philosophy serve as cultural bridges and contribute to shaping perspectives on socio-cultural reality. A promising direction for further research involves examining philosophy and art through the principles of interdisciplinarity, multiculturalism, and methodological pluralism. Consequently, the modern socio-cultural landscape is gradually shaping a new epistemological paradigm that establishes pragmatic principles of functionality and efficiency in the interaction between philosophy and art. At the same time, the axiological and teleological constants retain their autonomy within the distinct rational-logical and cultural-creative dimensions.
Source: Futurity Philosophy.
Author: Pham Khue Dinh
Institution: Hanoi Architectural University
Language: English
Topic: Ethics, Aesthetics, and Art
Subfield: Philosophy
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4408201252