Philosophical foundations of structural anthropology

Abstract

Recent studies have shown that structural anthropology is regarded as a new philosophy aimed at uncovering the truth of human existence. It relies on philosophical concepts that have served as cornerstones in the history of Western philosophical thought, including language, myth, history, reason, nature, culture, and humanity. This is evident in the research and anthropological works of its key proponent, Claude Lévi-Strauss, which reflect his philosophical vision as he seeks to establish anthropology on new philosophical and rational foundations, to achieve a rational human philosophy. This research paper will explore these philosophical
foundations of structural anthropology, drawing on the texts found within Claude Lévi-Strauss's anthropological works.