The Problem of Universals
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This study explores the problem of universals from different perspectives identified by Armstrong (1989:18). According to Armstrong, practically all contemporary philosophers accept the distinction between token and type; different things, and different particulars can be of the same type. The main philosophical problem is whether two different things, and different particulars (tokens) are of the same type. What is the meaning of sameness? Do two tokens have the same property? The Realist believes that two different tokens are strictly identical and the Nominalist believes that there are no strict identities. Armstrong identifies six different positions related to properties (e.g. the property of whiteness). These six positions are discussed, together with their ontological point of departure and its meaning for a Christian perspective.
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