Duns Scotus

Questions on the Metaphysics

Philosophical investigation of being, essence, and metaphysical reality

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Duns Scotus
Duns Scotus

Scottish Franciscan philosopher and theologian known as the Subtle Doctor for his precise philosophical distinctions. He defended the freedom of the will against determinism and the Immaculate Conception against Aquinas. His concept of haecceity (thisness) to explain individuation has influenced phenomenology.

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