The philosophy of technique in the thought of José Gaos

  • Francisco Joaquín Cortés García Universidad Internacional de La Rioja
Keywords: José Gaos, philosophy and technique, philosophy of technique, anthropology of technique, technique and technology

Abstract

José Gaos's philosophy of technology focuses, from an anthropological and phenomenological perspective, on the relationship between the human being and technology in the context of contemporary society. For Gaos, technology is not confined solely to an instrumental reality but has taken on a decisive role in shaping modern life and the way humans relate to the world. Gaos's interest in technology extends to ethical and social reflection, emphasizing the importance and necessity of a critical approach to its development and use. In this sense, and as a main conclusion, for Gaos, technology can be an emancipatory and liberating mechanism, but it can also become an oppressive mechanism that conceals something essential to the human being: rationality.

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Published
2026-02-16
How to Cite
Cortés García F. J. (2026). The philosophy of technique in the thought of José Gaos. Revista de Filosofía , Avance en línea, 1-13. https://doi.org/10.5209/resf.102567
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