r/Metaphysics

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Metaphysics: explaining the fundamental nature of being and the world

r/Metaphysics

This sub-Reddit is for the discussion of Metaphysics, the academic study of fundamental questions. Metaphysics is one of the primary branches of Western Philosophy, also called 'First Philosophy" in its being "foundational'. As such it should not be confused with Science, Religion or the supernatural.

Created Sep 24, 2008

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Welcome to r/metaphysics. Metaphysics is the academic study of fundamental questions about the nature of the Being. Debates, discussions and questions on all topics related to metaphysics are welcome. These can be of contemporary metaphysics, or those found in historical western and non western literature. This does not include science, religion, the occult or speculation about these. e.g. Quantum physics, other dimensions and pseudo science.

Metaphysics is a specific body of academic work within philosophy that examines 'being' (ontology), knowledge and associated issues, through the use of concepts, ideas and logics. It would be useful therefore to be aware of this and use reliable sources, this does not include AI at present.

If you are new to this subject please at minimum read through the WIKI and note: "In the 20th century, traditional metaphysics in general and idealism in particular faced various criticisms, which prompted new approaches to metaphysical inquiry."

If you are proposing 'new' metaphysics you should be aware of these.

SEP might also be of use, SEP

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