
HoP 467 Written in Mathematics: Descartes’ Physics
History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps
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Descartes’ Physics: Natural Laws and the Role of God
This chapter explores Descartes' unique approach to physics, focusing on his three natural laws of motion and his reluctance to adopt mathematical physics due to the absence of empirical evidence. It also contrasts his ideas with Aristotelian views, emphasizing the philosophical implications of his definitions of motion and substance.
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