Weber's vision of sociology casts Verstehen as the principal objective. Verstehen means:
A) insight
B) individual perspective
C) interpretative understanding
D) intersubjectivity

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Verstehen is a German term that refers to interpretative understanding or empathetic understanding of social action from the perspective of the actor. It emphasizes the importance of understanding people's subjective experiences and meanings they attach to their actions. Weber believed that Verstehen is essential to understanding social reality and that sociology should focus on interpreting the meanings behind people's actions rather than just observing their behavior.

Weber's Vision of Sociology Casts Verstehen as the Principal Objective