Die metaphysische Frage
Example: Die metaphysische Frage nach dem Sinn des Lebens beschäftigt Philosophen.
Definition
"Die metaphysische Frage" refers to the fundamental philosophical inquiry into the nature of reality, existence, and the underlying principles that go beyond physical phenomena. It often involves contemplating the meaning and purpose of life, as in the question about the essence of being.
Etymology
The phrase "die metaphysische Frage" originates from Greek roots where 'meta' means 'beyond' and 'physika' means 'physical.' It was first used by Aristotle's editors to describe works that came after his physical treatises, dealing with abstract concepts beyond the material world. Did you know? The term 'metaphysics' was not coined by Aristotle himself but by later scholars organizing his works.
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