IBN SINA’S ONTOLOGICAL CONCEPT: EXISTENCE, CAUSALITY, AND NECESSITY
Keywords:
Ibn Sina, Avicenna, ontology, existence, causality, necessity, metaphysics, philosophy of beingAbstract
This article investigates Ibn Sina’s ontological philosophy, focusing on the concepts of existence, causality, and necessity. By analyzing his seminal works, particularly Kitab al-Shifa, the study explores how Ibn Sina distinguishes between essence and existence, examines causal relationships, and addresses the problem of necessary beings. The article emphasizes the relevance of his ontological framework to medieval and modern philosophical discourse, highlighting his systematic and rational approach to fundamental questions of being.
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