Teorija i praksa: socijalnofilozofske studije

Habermas analyzes how theoretical knowledge can shape social practices and vice versa. He points out that theory cannot be separated from the practical contexts in which it is applied. The central concept of the book is the idea of ​​communicative action, which implies interaction between individuals that is based on understanding and consensus, not on dominance or manipulation.

Habermas criticizes the positivist approach that ignores the subjective aspects of human action. He emphasizes the need to understand social phenomena through the prism of human communication. The book also explores the ethical dimensions of social theory, emphasizing the importance of moral norms in shaping practice and theory.

Habermas advocates dialogue and deliberative democracy, where public debate is seen as key to making decisions that affect the community. Through "Theory and Practice", Habermas lays the groundwork for further discussions of social theory, communication and ethics, leaving a profound impact on the social sciences.