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What is the Nature of the Will? | Prof. Edward Feser

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The Intellect and Will: An Intricate Relationship

The chapter explores the nature of the will and intellect, emphasizing the priority and immateriality of the intellect in understanding the essence of things. It discusses the interaction between the will and intellect, debunking misconceptions about the will moving the intellect independently. The nuanced relationship between knowledge, love, and the will, as well as the concept of freedom of choice based on acting from intellectual knowledge, are also examined.

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