Le problème du libre arbitre
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Definition
"Le problème du libre arbitre" refers to the philosophical question concerning whether humans possess genuine freedom to make choices independent of external causality or determinism, and how this freedom impacts moral responsibility and personal autonomy.
Etymology
The phrase "le problème du libre arbitre" combines French words where "problème" means problem or issue, "libre" means free, and "arbitre" means arbiter or judge. Together, it literally translates to 'the problem of free will,' a concept debated since ancient philosophy regarding human freedom.
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