THE TRANSFORMATION OF SUBJECTIVITY IN THE CULTURAL PRACTICES OF UKRAINE

Abstract

Purpose of Article. The purposes of the article are to systematize the existing theories of the understanding the transformation of subjectivity; based on this systematization to detail the conceptual meanings; to identify their role and place in cultural practices. Methodology. The methodological basis of the study is general scientific principles of organizing and summarizing of the researched problem. The aim and tasks of the article determined the using of such methods as axiological, hermeneutic and analytical approaches and historical modelling. The axiological approach is applied to clarify the role and importance of subjectivity in transformation processes. The author uses the historical modelling to study the evolution of the understanding of these processes in cultural practices and systematize their interpretation in the scientific discourse. Hermeneutic one allows us to study and systematize various modifications of the concept of "subjectivity". Analytical method gives us an opportunity to study the conceptual framework, which is based on modern approaches to the problem of transformations of "subjectivity". Scientific novelty. The scientific novelty of the work is to systematize the existing theories of transformation of subjectivity and its meanings in the modern practice of the culture creating. The decisive place and importance of the researched meanings in the cultural practices of Ukraine are proved. Conclusions. In cultural practices, the transformation of subjectivity depends on the individual (life) position of a man and a citizen. A person as a carrier of behavioural culture has the potential ability to change. At the core of the transformation of subjectivity is the process of identifying himself/herself with others as well as the world. The first condition is the awareness of own "I", based on identifying with culture, religion, profession, community, nation, state etc. The social and cultural phenomenon of subjectivity needs the attention of the scientific community. Studying of the cultural potential of subjectivity and its behavioural activity is naturally important for creating effective cultural practices.