Developmental Contributions in the Philosophy of Abdallah Cheriet
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This study addresses a critical topic in the history of Algerian thought: the concept of development in the philosophy of ʿAbd Allah Cheriet. It seeks to illuminate the condition of Algerian society across its cultural, social, religious, and political dimensions during and after the era of brutal colonization and the resulting repression and tyranny. These historical circumstances significantly hindered Algeria’s developmental trajectory compared to that of industrialized Western nations, leading to a prolonged state of subordination. Among the intellectual responses to this stagnation is the philosophical work of the thinker ʿAbd Allah Cheriet, whose writings reflect a sustained effort to confront underdevelopment. This study examines the intellectual tools and frameworks he proposed to overcome this regression and rehabilitate both rational thinking and intellectual clarity within Algerian society. It emphasizes the pivotal role of philosophy in this effort, particularly in relation to development and the demands of modernity across various domains. Philosophy, in this context, is seen as a vital contributor to the advancement of Arab societies, offering epistemological insight and the correction of errors as a foundation for envisioning a secure and progressive future.
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