Der anomale Monismus
Example: Der anomale Monismus erklärt das Verhältnis von Geist und Körper neu.
Definition
"Der anomale Monismus" is a philosophical theory that explains the relationship between mind and body as a single substance with different properties, rejecting dualism while acknowledging that mental properties are not reducible to physical properties.
Etymology
The term "der anomale Monismus" combines the German words 'anomale,' meaning 'anomalous' or 'irregular,' and 'Monismus,' meaning 'monism,' a philosophical position that all things are derived from a single substance or principle. The phrase was popularized by philosopher Donald Davidson in the 20th century to describe his unique stance on mind-body philosophy.
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