PHIL 6308: Essence and Existence

Class Program
Credits 3
Course ID
008146
Grading Basis
Graded
Course Component
Lecture
Thomists distinctively hold the position that in creatures essence and existence are related to each other as potency to act. Since act is really distinct from potency, essence and existence are really distinct. This course will look at Thomas’ views on essence and existence in the context of later developments of the Thomistic position and criticisms.