The problem of conceptualization of power: philosophical and phenomenological aspects

The article discusses the ways of conceptualization of the phenomenon of power. The essence of power relations is elusive and can not be reduced to political or socio-economic manifestations. From the perspective of the interdisciplinary study phenomenological and hermeneutical approaches, that have maximum integrative potential and allowing us to develop a scientific concept, are the most fruitful. In today's cultural and historical situation the dialectic of existential and institutional aspects of power needs a priority attention.