Hylomorphism: what’s not to like?

John Heil

doi:10.1007/s11229-018-1792-x

Hylomorphism: what’s not to like?

John Heil

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The paper comprises an attempt on the part of the author to understand what hylomorphism is, both in its original Aristotelian guise, and in recent work by philosophers who defend what they call hylomorphism. Two species or strands of hylomorphism are identified and discussed. Universals, essences, and substantial and accidental forms make cameo appearances, and the implications of an Aristotelian ontology of stuffs are explored.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	1-14
Number of pages	14
Journal	Synthese
Volume	198
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/s11229-018-1792-x
Publication status	Published - 2021

Keywords

Accidental form
Aristotelianism
Aristotle
Essence
Hylomorphism
Individual form
Prime matter
Substantial form

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