
Is our metaphysics beholden to common sense? | Fragments and reality with Michael Della Rocca, Timothy Maudlin, Kathleen Higgins
Philosophy For Our Times
00:00
Debate on Unity vs. Multiplicity in Philosophy
The chapter examines the philosophical question of whether the world is fundamentally unified or composed of multiple distinct entities, diving into Parmenides' monistic view and the rejection of distinctions based on rationalist principles. It delves into the implications of embracing a singular reality versus acknowledging diverse aspects in human experiences.
Transcript
Play full episode