The Conception of Immortality (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Josiah Royce

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ISBN 10: 1440032262 ISBN 13: 9781440032264

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Discover how real individuals are defined by purpose, not by fixed parts of a world.

The book argues that individuality is a teleological idea, meaning it implies will and purpose. Real beings express a satisfied will, and true uniqueness comes from a purpose that no other could fulfill. This edition presents Royce’s view that the world is meaningful only as it embodies purpose through real, unique beings.

Learn how concepts like reality, facts, and meaning are connected to the idea of purpose.
See why a “fact” in philosophy is tied to our experience and our questions about it.
Explore how time, perception, and the sense of present influence our understanding of existence.
Understand Royce’s approach to immortality as a topic that starts from the nature of individual beings and their purposes.

Ideal for readers of philosophy and theology who want a clear, thoughtful look at how purpose gives reality its shape.

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JOSIAH ROYCE (1855a1916) is one of the central figures in American Philosophy. Fordham has reissued the two-volume edition of his "Basic Writings", edited by John J. McDermott.

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Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1440032262
ISBN 13: 9781440032264
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 102

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The Conception of Immortality (Classic Reprint)

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into a fundamental question that has occupied philosophers for centuries: What does it mean to be an individual? The author, starting from the commonplace understanding of individuality as a state of being unique and distinct, reveals the complexities inherent in this seemingly simple idea. They argue that while we naturally believe in the individuality of things, our senses and even our most abstract thinking fail to capture the true essence of uniqueness. The author proposes that the individual is not a fixed entity, but a process, an ongoing pursuit of an ideal. This pursuit, they argue, is at the heart of our most profound human experiences, from love to scientific inquiry. The author explores this idea through a captivating analysis of human relationships, highlighting the inherent mystery and irreducibility of the individuals we love. This book invites readers to engage with a deeper understanding of individuality, transcending the limitations of mere observation and definition to embrace a richer and more nuanced conception of the self and the world. Ultimately, the book argues that if individuality is real, it is bound to a teleological world where purpose, intention, and will are not merely abstract concepts but driving forces of existence. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781440032264_0

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