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238: De Anima 1: A Number that Moves Itself

Classical Stuff You Should Know

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Theories of the Soul

This chapter explores various theories about the nature of the soul, including the belief that it is made up of one element. The arguments for fire, air, and water as the soul's element are presented and Aristotle's disagreement with these theories is discussed. The chapter also examines the theory that the soul is a mixture of elements and discusses the need to disprove it.

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