‘악’에 대한 이해, 그 의미와 중요성

Abstract

· Research topics: In this paper, I criticize moral paranoia such as ‘otherization’ and ‘narrativeization’ as our familiar perspectives and attitudes toward evil, and reveal the importance of understanding and thinking about evil deeds. · Research background: The understanding of evil is often misunderstood as condemnation and punishment for evil deeds, which does not help to fundamentally solve the problem of evil deeds. The problem of evil needs to be approached in the direction of exploring the causes that cause it and changing social structures. · Differences from prior research: I do not stop at discussing Hannah Arendt's concept of ‘understanding’ of evil, but apply this concept to the problem of evil in modern society to examine the social problems caused by the lack of understanding of evil. · Research method: I reflect on modern society’s attitude toward evil through ‘understanding’ proposed by Hannah Arendt as a methodology for thinking about evil. · Research results: 'Understanding' of evil is distinguished from 'dogmatization' in that it faces the object as it is in the context of changing reality, and in this case, it goes beyond simply knowing about the object and grasps its context and meaning. It is differentiated from 'knowledge' and should not be confused with 'justification' or 'forgiveness' for evil deeds in that it enables social change through overcoming and resisting reality. Through this understanding, we can correct the evils of the past and prepare for the evils of the future. · Contribution points and expected effects: This paper aims to help members of society overcome their anger and fear of evil and move on to reflection on social structure through 'understanding' of evil. It contributes to going beyond criticizing and punishing evil deeds and seeking fundamental changes in a society where evil has become routine.