Encyclopedia of Hungarian Philosophy

The Encyclopedia of Hungarian Philosophy (EHP) refers to the academic project which mission is to create the encyclopedic overview of the history and present of Hungarian philosophy. By “Hungarian philosophy” the editors understand not only philosophical endeavors reaching back to the early middle ages and composed first in Latin, later in Hungarian and German, but the much wider context which is connected to various dimensions of Central-European culture with relevance to Hungarian philosophy. One of the important characteristics of EHP is the covering of the philosophical aspects of various cultural fields, such as music, fine arts, and literature. EHP is not only about the creation of a lexicon, but rather a philosophical project embracing a number of dimensions. EHP’s aim is to produce the traditional encyclopedia in paper and digital forms. It will organize conferences and workshops on relevant subject related to the above conception of Hungarian philosophy. If the financial framework allows it, EHP will also support publication of important works by contemporary Hungarian philosophers in Hungarian and English. And finally, EHP will produce a concise version of the encyclopedia in English when the main part of the work is completed.

The importance of EHP is manifold: Firstly, it will fill the lacuna of the missing academic overview of the history and contents of Hungarian philosophy specifically so-called. Secondly, it creates an academic workshop of philosophers discussing, writing and editing the articles for EHP. Thirdly, it supports the publication of important contemporary works belonging to Hungarian philosophy. Fourthly, it organizes workshops and conferences about issues belonging to EHP. Fifthly, it enhances academic cooperation among Central European universities and research centers in related philosophical endeavors.