Combining Philosophers

Ideas for Rescher,N/Oppenheim,P, William James and Chris Swoyer

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9. Objects / A. Existence of Objects / 2. Abstract Objects / a. Nature of abstracta

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If properties are abstract objects, then their being abstract exemplifies being abstract [Swoyer]

9. Objects / A. Existence of Objects / 5. Simples

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Quantum field theory suggests that there are, fundamentally, no individual things [Swoyer]

9. Objects / A. Existence of Objects / 6. Nihilism about Objects

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A 'thing' is simply carved out of reality for human purposes [James]

9. Objects / B. Unity of Objects / 2. Substance / e. Substance critique

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'Substance' is just a word for groupings and structures in experience [James]

9. Objects / C. Structure of Objects / 8. Parts of Objects / c. Wholes from parts

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A whole must have one characteristic, an internal relation, and a structure [Rescher/Oppenheim]