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The role of dispositions in Hayek's cognitive theory

In: The Social Science of Hayek's ‘The Sensory Order’

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Purpose – The goal of this chapter is to contribute toward an understanding of Hayek's book “The Sensory Order.” It focuses on his concept of dispositions which influence perception as well as action. The dichotomy between the phenomenal and the scientific world which Hayek stresses throughout his works is based on the existence of such dispositions. Approach – Hayek's cognitive writings such as The Sensory Order, “Rules, Perception and Intelligibility” (1963), “The Theory of Complex Phenomena” (1964), and “The Primacy of the Abstract” (1969) are the main resources to explain his cognitive theory. Findings – Hayek's concept of dispositions facilitates re-interpretation of the term “dispersed knowledge.” Also, Hayek's Theory of Cultural evolution is seen as an evolution of dispositions, which stands in line with his view on the concurrent development of mind and culture. Import of findings – The chapter offers a cognitive interpretation of Hayek's theory of government, depicting governmental action and rule-setting as spontaneous as well as deliberate processes.

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  • Evelyn Gick, 2010. "The role of dispositions in Hayek's cognitive theory," Advances in Austrian Economics, in: The Social Science of Hayek's ‘The Sensory Order’, pages 337-353, Emerald Group Publishing Limited.
    • Handle: RePEc:eme:aaeczz:s1529-2134(2010)0000013016
    DOI: 10.1108/S1529-2134(2010)0000013016
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