A necessidade metafísica
Example: A necessidade metafísica impulsiona a busca pelo sentido da vida.
Definition
"A necessidade metafísica" refers to the deep, inherent human drive to seek understanding about existence, reality, and the fundamental nature of being. It involves the urge to explore life's ultimate purpose beyond the physical or material world, often motivating philosophical inquiry and reflection.
Etymology
The phrase "a necessidade metafísica" combines two Portuguese words: "necessidade," meaning need or necessity, and "metafísica," derived from Greek 'meta' (beyond) and 'physika' (physics), which relates to studying what lies beyond the physical world. The term "metafísica" was popularized by Aristotle's works placed 'after the physics,' symbolizing exploration of realities beyond the physical. Did you know? The idea of metaphysical necessity often reflects humanity's timeless quest for meaning beyond mere survival.
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