Georges-Elia Sarfati

French philosopher and poet (born 1957)

Georges-Elia Sarfati is a French philosopher and poet, born in 1957 in Tunisia. His academic and professional pursuits span multiple disciplines, including philosophy, linguistics, and poetry, with a particular focus on existentialist psychoanalysis. Sarfati's written works explore a range of topics, including ethics, Jewish thought, social criticism, and discourse analysis, demonstrating his diverse intellectual interests.

As a university professor, Sarfati is affiliated with several prestigious institutions, including the Elie Wiesel Center for Jewish Studies, where he is a member of the teaching staff. He also serves as the educational director of the University Center Sigmund Freud in Paris, further solidifying his connection to the field of psychoanalysis. Additionally, Sarfati has contributed to the dissemination of important philosophical ideas through his translations, notably those of Viktor E. Frankl's works. His family legacy in sociology is notable, as he is the grand-nephew of Gaston Bouthoul, a renowned sociologist.