Culture and Knowledge

Original Articles

Culture and Knowledge

Published in: South African Journal of Philosophy
Volume 20 , issue 2 , 2001 , pages: 191–214
DOI: 10.1080/02580136.2001.10878207
Author(s): A P Craig SCO-Kohnstamm Institute, University of Amsterdam,

Abstract

In this paper, I examine the relationship between culture and knowledge. More particularly, I argue against the standpoint that there is an inevitable link between culture and knowledge. Central to the argument are insights about change, adaptation and communication. In addition, I consider whether knowledge can be thought of as being akin to a private possession, and the multicultural implications of different theories of knowledge. The paper is concluded with some thoughts on the differences between us.

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