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Coherence: Coherence in philosophy refers to the logical consistency and interconnectedness of a set of beliefs or propositions, ensuring they form a unified and non-contradictory system of thought._____________Annotation: The above characterizations of concepts are neither definitions nor exhausting presentations of problems related to them. Instead, they are intended to give a short introduction to the contributions below. – Lexicon of Arguments. | |||
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David Easton on Coherence - Dictionary of Arguments
Brocker I 491 Coherence/Theory/Easton: more general theories are more coherent. (1) Coherence consists in the elaboration of a conceptual structure (2), i.e. a logically integrated set of concepts. The general public consists in that the theory can be applied to all past, present and possibly also conceivable [...]. systems. ((s) Context: Easton's own political theory, See >Politics/Easton, Theory/Easton.) 1. David Easton, A Systems Analysis of Political Life, New York 1965, 7 2. Ibid. p. 10. Dieter Fuchs, “David Easton, A Systems Analysis of Political Life” in: Manfred Brocker (Hg.) Geschichte des politischen Denkens. Das 20. Jahrhundert. Frankfurt/M. 2018_____________Explanation of symbols: Roman numerals indicate the source, arabic numerals indicate the page number. The corresponding books are indicated on the right hand side. ((s)…): Comment by the sender of the contribution. Translations: Dictionary of Arguments The note [Concept/Author], [Author1]Vs[Author2] or [Author]Vs[term] resp. "problem:"/"solution:", "old:"/"new:" and "thesis:" is an addition from the Dictionary of Arguments. If a German edition is specified, the page numbers refer to this edition. |
PolEast I David Easton A Systems Analysis of Political Life New York 1965 Brocker I Manfred Brocker Geschichte des politischen Denkens. Das 20. Jahrhundert Frankfurt/M. 2018 |