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Aristotle and Augustine on Freedom: Two Theories of Freedom, Voluntary Action and Akrasia
Timothy Chappell
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Hardcover. This text considers the points of contrast between Aristotle's and Augustine's theory of freedom and voluntary action. The author asserts that there are actually three conditions for voluntary action, instead of two, as is usually held. It also examines Aristotle's discussion of akrasia. Num Pages: 228 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPCA; HPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 440.
Aristotle and Augustine both hold that our beliefs in freedom and voluntary action are interdependent, and that voluntary actions can only be done for the sake of good. Hence Aristotle holds that no-one acts voluntarily in pursuit of evil: such actions would be inexplicable. Augustine, agreeing that such actions are inexplicable, still insists that they occur. This is the true place in Augustine's view of his 'theory of will' - and the real point of contrast between Aristotle and Augustine.
Aristotle and Augustine both hold that our beliefs in freedom and voluntary action are interdependent, and that voluntary actions can only be done for the sake of good. Hence Aristotle holds that no-one acts voluntarily in pursuit of evil: such actions would be inexplicable. Augustine, agreeing that such actions are inexplicable, still insists that they occur. This is the true place in Augustine's view of his 'theory of will' - and the real point of contrast between Aristotle and Augustine.
Product Details
Publisher
Palgrave Schol, Print UK
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Condition
New
Weight
439g
Number of Pages
214
Place of Publication
Basingstoke, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780333625378
SKU
V9780333625378
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About Timothy Chappell
TIMOTHY CHAPPELL
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