Hans-Georg Gadamer

Hans-Georg Gadamer was a German philosopher born in 1900 who became one of the most influential thinkers in hermeneutics.

Influenced by Martin Heidegger, Gadamer developed a philosophical approach that emphasized the role of tradition, language, and historical context in understanding.

His magnum opus, Truth and Method, revolutionized hermeneutics by extending its application beyond textual interpretation to all aspects of human experience.

Gadamer introduced concepts like the horizon of interpretation and the fusion of horizons, arguing that understanding involves a dialogue between past and present.

His work had a significant impact on various fields, including philosophy, theology, and literary criticism.

Gadamer taught for most of his life and died in 2002 at the age of 102.