Et par complexion et par discours. Montaigne and the Foundations of Indig- nation.
Journal title RIVISTA DI STORIA DELLA FILOSOFIA
Author/s Alberto Frigo
Publishing Year 2026 Issue 2026/1
Language Italian Pages 19 P. 72-90 File size 252 KB
DOI 10.3280/SF2026-001006
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In the Essays, the concept of indignation is largely absent, and Montaigne’s relativism would seem to preclude a passion that presupposes a shared idea of justice. However, Montaigne often expresses his indignation and invites readers to share it. To account for this paradox, the article proposes a reconstruction of the possible founda- tion of indignation theorized by Montaigne in the Essays, starting from the concepts of «complexion» and «discours». His indignation at cruelty offers an example of this foundation.
Keywords: Montaigne, cruelty, skepticism, values, indignation.
Alberto Frigo, Et par complexion et par discours: Montaigne e i fondamenti dell’indignazione in "RIVISTA DI STORIA DELLA FILOSOFIA" 1/2026, pp 72-90, DOI: 10.3280/SF2026-001006