Individuation, the Goal of Life in Carl Gustav Jung. Between Auctorial Intentions, Eastern References, and Various Christian Receptions
Individuation, the Goal of Life in Carl Gustav Jung. Between Auctorial Intentions, Eastern References, and Various Christian Receptions

Summary/Abstract: This study seeks to examine the concept of individuation as proposed by Carl Gustav Jung, with a specific focus on its relationship to Eastern religious systems and Christianity. Substantiated by reference to orientalistically mediated Eastern beliefs and practices, Jungʼs view of perfection tackles significant shortcomings recognized by the founder of analytical psychology in reference to Western Christianity, while also seeking to transcend the limitations identified by him in both Western and Eastern philosophical traditions. Throughout the years, numerous endeavors have been undertaken to assess Jungʼs goals via the lens of Christianity. The following study situates Jungʼs endeavor between East and West, examines various Judeo-Christian authors who have attempted to engage in dialogue with the Jungian system, identifies the benefits and limitations of its appropriation within a Christian worldview, and indicates how the grid of relationship to it changes when the Orthodox vision of human nature restoration in Christ is at its foundation.

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