ON THE NATURE OF INFORMATION AND MAN

Abstract

Purpose. The purpose of the study is to explore the nature of information and substantiate the information approach to the nature of man. Methodology and Approach. The analysis of the studies on the nature of information in various branches of scientific knowledge is carried out. The main content of the study is the author’s analysis of the properties and characteristics of the existence of information in surrounding reality. The study used the analysis method, hermeneutics, reflection and rational modeling. Results. Based on the study, we can conclude that information is an integral immanent, substantial property of any existing subject. Information defines an object and exists in a specific natural form. The information approach to man involves identification of intrapersonal information components that determine their formation and development. The interiorized information moulds humans, in other words, it makes their essence. Theoretical and / or Practical Implications. The study allows us to enrich the idea of the nature of information and human essential characteristics.