The Idea of Praxis as a Critique of the Intellectual in the Thought of Antonio Gramsci

This study critically focuses on antonio gramsci's approach to the intellectuality, which explains the latter term through class. thus, the term praxis which plays a fundamental role in gramsci's critique of the definition of the intellectual is discussed. gramsci criticize the perception of intellectual solely and simply as a person distinct and above from society. according to gramsci, intellectual is not only a person of reflection but also a person of practice. hence, gramsci redefines intellectual and explains her through her function within the society. according to him, the philosophy of praxis is decisive in this definition. thus, intellectual will become a personality holding responsibilities within the social sphere.