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Monizm anomalny i epifenomenalizm
Anomalous Monism and Epiphenomenalism

Author(s): Mariusz Grygianiec
Subject(s): Philosophy
Published by: Uniwersytet Warszawski - Wydział Filozofii i Socjologii, Instytut Filozofii
Keywords: anomalous monism; epiphenomenalism; mind; causation; event; law

Summary/Abstract: In the text Jaegwon Kim’s epiphenomenalist objection to anomalous monism is critically discussed and refuted. The author tries to show that the objection in question originates mainly on the basis of disregarding of Davidsonian ontology — particularly his views on properties and events. The main aim of the paper is to demonstrate that the epiphenomenalist objection does not arise, if we are prepared to take Davidson’s ontology seriously.

  • Issue Year: 17/2009
  • Issue No: 2 (66)
  • Page Range: 5-20
  • Page Count: 16
  • Language: Polish