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Ep. 337: Aristotle on Primary Being (Part One)

The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast

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Exploring Aristotle's Concept of Thinghood

The chapter delves into Aristotle's concept of thinghood, examining how it combines form, essence, and substratum to define entities. It discusses the distinctions between material objects, forms, and mathematical entities, emphasizing the unique type of thinghood each possesses. The conversation navigates through Aristotle's views on essence, substance, and the nature of individual entities, highlighting the interconnectedness of form and matter in defining the essence of objects.

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