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The Distinction of Essence and Existence | Prof. Edward Feser

The Thomistic Institute

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Exploration of Essence and Existence in Natural Objects

This chapter explores the debate surrounding the essence and existence of natural objects, highlighting the arguments against the notion of essences being solely conventional and dependent on human understanding. It also touches on the Thomistic proof for a first cause of existence and the non-conventional essence of physical particles.

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