| Author |
Schéele, Frans von, 1853-1931 |
| Title |
Om viljans frihet: Ett föredrag
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Om viljans frihet: Ett föredrag" by Frans von Schéele is a philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century. The book explores the complex issue of free will, questioning whether humans possess the ability to make independent choices or are instead bound by causality and predetermined circumstances. This work is deeply rooted in philosophical and psychological discourse, addressing a fundamental aspect of human existence. In "Om viljans frihet," Schéele delves into the long-standing debate between indeterminism, which supports the notion of free will, and determinism, which denies it. He examines arguments from both sides, highlighting the implications each perspective has on morality, responsibility, and human agency. Through a careful analysis, Schéele critiques various philosophical views, including psychological and theological determinism, ultimately arguing for the possibility of free will as a vital component of moral and ethical life. He emphasizes that freedom is not inherent but is something that must be actively pursued and cultivated through conscious will and moral reflection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Swedish |
| LoC Class |
B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
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| Subject |
Free will and determinism
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
18017 |
| Release Date |
Mar 19, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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