In the age of massive circulation of information, misunderstandings are highly likely, and can be dangerous. Along many other benefits of comparative studies, the particular function of such endeavors in honest clarification of truth and avoidance of misunderstandings, make them an imminent necessity, rather than a fancy pursuit of exploring an exotic culture. Taking them as serious as such, one must be ready to adopt the most effective yet simple methodology in correctly understanding and presenting two different thought worlds. In what follows I try to outline some of the key methodological tips which will turn a comparative study to a clear and fruitful discussion.
Following a division between “internal elements” and “external/structural relations” of two given concepts, this methodological approach presents the similarities and differences between two given concepts in two different thought worlds as clearly as possible. Also, in any accurate comparison, awareness of “chronological evolution and developments” plays a significant role in avoiding misunderstandings and confusions.
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