Straussian
- noun
- /ˈstraʊsiən/
- Jargon
- But generally speaking, a Straussian will think that these themes are indispensable for understanding political philosophy and its history.
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The bottom line is this: Straussians are right to think about the social significance of the philosopher.
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There are, of course, Straussians who philosophize openly, like Stanley Rosen, Gregory Bruce-Smith, and Michael Gillespie, for instance.
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The quality of the end product of Straussian studies has also been raised as an important issue.
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The decision I made was to adopt Straussian grounded theory.
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So the major themes of Straussian political philosophy take precedence.
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For most Straussians, they also have the vertical or diagonal relationship referred to earlier.
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Accordingly, the limits that Straussians draw around their own conceptual universe should be tested.
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A Straussian believes that understanding the classics is crucial for grasping contemporary political issues.
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Many Straussians argue that Leo Strauss' interpretation of ancient texts informs modern political theory.
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In discussions about political philosophy, it is common to encounter a Straussian perspective that emphasizes the importance of historical context.
Surface Forms
Morphology
Straussian = Strauss (transparent) = Strauss + ian
Standard agentive/relational formation from a proper name using '-ian'; a learner who recognises Leo Strauss will understand 'a follower or supporter of Strauss'.
Etymology
Straussian comes from the name Strauss plus the ending -ian, which makes a noun meaning 'a person from' or 'a follower of'. So a Straussian is a person who follows the ideas of Leo Strauss or works in his style.