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The Problem of Individuation in the Middle Ages

Título: The Problem of Individuation in the Middle Ages

Ensayo , 2013 , 11 Páginas , Calificación: 1,7

Autor:in: B.A. Manuel Kröger (Autor)

Filosofía - Filosofía medieval (aprox. 500-1300)
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This work is about how the problems of individuation and how it is discussed in the Middle Ages.

First it will give an overview about the core area of this philosophy and the problems of individuation generally: what does the term “individuation” mean and why does it lead to problems? What are the problems of individuation and how different philosophers tried to solve them?

Then it wants especially show, what Aquinas is thinking about it.

Another point of interest will be where this question has its philosophical beginning.

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Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

  • Introduction
  • The Problem of Individuation - Intension of Individuality
  • Medieval Authors about the Problem of Individuation
  • Conclusion
  • Resources

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This work explores the concept of individuation and its philosophical treatment during the Middle Ages. It begins by providing a broad overview of the concept, including its historical and philosophical significance. The author then delves into the specific views of Aquinas on individuation. The work also investigates the philosophical roots of the problem of individuation and examines its enduring significance for understanding the nature of individuals.

  • The philosophical concept of individuation
  • The views of Aquinas on individuation
  • The origins of the problem of individuation
  • The philosophical challenges posed by the concept of individuality

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

  • Introduction: This chapter introduces the topic of individuation in the Middle Ages and highlights the philosophical complexities surrounding the concept. It delves into the challenges of defining "individuality" and explores the historical context of these discussions.
  • The Problem of Individuation - Intension of Individuality: This chapter examines the central questions and challenges associated with the concept of individuation. It explores various philosophical approaches and arguments, particularly focusing on the "intension of individuality" as outlined by Jorge J. E. Gracia.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The primary keywords and focus topics of this work include: individuation, individuality, Middle Ages, Aquinas, philosophy, metaphysics, ontology, essentialism, accidentalism, spatio-temporal individuation, indivisibility.

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Título
The Problem of Individuation in the Middle Ages
Universidad
LMU Munich  (Philosophische Fakultät)
Curso
Introduction to Medieval Philosophy
Calificación
1,7
Autor
B.A. Manuel Kröger (Autor)
Año de publicación
2013
Páginas
11
No. de catálogo
V263751
ISBN (Ebook)
9783656527701
ISBN (Libro)
9783656529217
Idioma
Inglés
Etiqueta
Medieval Philosophy Individuation Thomas Aquinas Thomas von Aquin Philosophy Mittelalterliche Philosophy Einführung in die Philosophy
Seguridad del producto
GRIN Publishing Ltd.
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B.A. Manuel Kröger (Autor), 2013, The Problem of Individuation in the Middle Ages, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/263751
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