Alain Badiou
French writer and philosopher
1937 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
French writer and philosopher
Born
January 17, 1937
Age
~89 years
Name Origin
French
Timeline
scientist, writer, mathematician
FranceBorn in Rabat
1937
Born in Rabat (1937-01-17)
Present
Age ~89
About
Alain Badiou is a French philosopher, formerly chair of Philosophy at the École normale supérieure (ENS) and founder of the faculty of Philosophy of the Université de Paris VIII with Gilles Deleuze, Michel Foucault and Jean-François Lyotard. Badiou's work is heavily informed by philosophical applications of mathematics, in particular set theory and category theory. Badiou's "Being and Event" project considers the concepts of being, truth, event and the subject defined by a rejection of linguistic relativism seen as typical of postwar French thought. Unlike his peers, Badiou believes in the idea of universalism and truth. His work is notable for his widespread applications of various conceptions of indifference. Badiou has been involved in a number of political organisations, and regularly comments on political events. Badiou argues for a return of communism as a political force.
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Who is Alain Badiou?+
Alain Badiou is a French philosopher, formerly chair of Philosophy at the École normale supérieure (ENS) and founder of the faculty of Philosophy of the Université de Paris VIII with Gilles Deleuze, Michel Foucault and Jean-François Lyotard. Badiou's work is heavily informed by philosophical applica
What does the name Alain mean?+
The name Alain means "A male given name from French, equivalent to English Alan.. Etymology: Borrowed from Alain.". It is of French origin.
When was Alain Badiou born?+
Alain Badiou was born on January 17, 1937.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French, equivalent to English Alan.. Etymology: Borrowed from Alain.
The name Alain is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from French, equivalent to English Alan.. Etymology: Borrowed from Alain.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Alain — January 17, 1937
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Ox
Diligent, dependable, strong
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
1 Lamat
Star — harmony, beauty, abundance
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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