On the role of the simple natures in Descartes’ metaphysics

Autor/innen

  • William de Jesus Teixeira Universidade de Brasília (UnB).

Schlagworte:

Descartes, J. L. Marion, Augustine, Simple natures, Cogito.

Abstract

The aim of this paper is to analyze and challenge Jean-Luc Marion’s thesis about the relationship between the doctrine of the simple natures and Cartesian metaphysics. First, I will point out some problems with the structuralist method underlining Marion’s approach. Next, I will show that it is impossible to turn epistemological notions (simple natures) into the cogito, an ontological notion. Finally, I will conclude by suggesting that, contrary to what Marion thinks, in turning the simple natures into the cogito, Descartes was adopting an argumentative strategy very common to Augustine’s thought.

Autor/innen-Biografie

William de Jesus Teixeira, Universidade de Brasília (UnB).

Mestrando em Filosofia pela Universidade de Brasília (UnB).

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2021-09-16