Mannheim, Karl

Karl Mannheim was a sociologist and philosopher best known for his work on the sociology of knowledge, which examines how societal factors influence what people understand as truth or knowledge. He believed that our ideas, beliefs, and worldviews are shaped by the social context we live in, including our time, class, and culture. Mannheim emphasized that understanding different perspectives requires recognizing the social backgrounds behind them. His insights help explain why people from different backgrounds often see the world differently and how knowledge is linked to social conditions.