Metaphysica-International Journal for Ontology & Metaphysics
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Foundations of Existence
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Ontology and Metaphysics:
The journal focuses on the study of being and existence, examining the fundamental categories of reality and the relationships between entities. - Causation and Powers:
A significant area of exploration includes the nature of causation and the role of powers, dispositions, and laws of nature in explaining phenomena. - Identity and Selfhood:
The journal publishes works that investigate personal identity, selfhood, and the metaphysical implications of these concepts, including discussions on the nature of the self beyond death. - Modal and Temporal Ontology:
Research often delves into modal metaphysics, exploring possibilities and necessities, as well as temporal ontology, which examines the nature of time and temporal passage. - Philosophical Theology:
Contributions often intersect with philosophical theology, discussing the implications of metaphysical concepts for understanding divine attributes and the existence of God. - Theoretical Frameworks:
The journal encourages innovative theoretical frameworks and methodologies in metaphysical inquiry, including formal and informal approaches to ontological questions.
Trending and Emerging
- Explorations of Time and Temporal Passage:
Recent publications have increasingly focused on the phenomenology of time, questioning how temporal passage is experienced and its implications for metaphysical theories. - Divine Attributes and Atemporality:
There is a growing interest in the metaphysical implications of divine attributes, particularly regarding atemporality and its relationship to time and existence. - Causal Asymmetry and Implication:
Emerging discussions around causal asymmetry suggest a renewed interest in the complexities of causation and its foundational role in metaphysical systems. - Emergence and Hylomorphism:
The themes of emergence and hylomorphism are gaining traction, highlighting how complex systems arise from simpler entities and the implications for understanding reality. - Haecceitism and Individualism:
The exploration of haecceitism, or the concept of individual essences, is becoming more prominent, reflecting deeper inquiries into identity and the nature of facts.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Essentialism:
Discussions centered on traditional forms of essentialism have decreased, perhaps indicating a shift towards more nuanced or alternative views on essence and identity. - Static Dispositions:
Research exploring static dispositions has waned, suggesting a move towards dynamic accounts of properties and a greater emphasis on causal powers and their implications. - Quantum Mechanics and Metaphysics:
While quantum mechanics remains a relevant topic, specific metaphysical discussions tied to the Many Worlds interpretation have become less frequent, signaling a potential shift towards more foundational questions. - Humean Perspectives:
The exploration of Humean perspectives on ontology, particularly regarding causation and relations, has seen a decline, possibly as other frameworks gain traction. - Conventionalism in Metaphysics:
There has been a noticeable decrease in papers advocating for conventionalist approaches within metaphysics, as more researchers gravitate towards realism and anti-conventionalist positions.
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