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Two Definitions of Freedom
- Freedom can be the ability to act on preferences.
- True freedom might require understanding the "why" behind those preferences.
Hegel's Geist
- Hegel believed all phenomena are aspects of one whole called Geist (spirit).
- This spirit constantly reintegrates its aspects back into itself.
Humans as Historical Creatures
- Humans inherit ideas, governments, and institutions from past generations, constantly striving for improvement.
- This makes humans historical creatures, always building upon the past.