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Why metaphysicians do not explain
pp. 257-266
Abstract
This chapter discusses the concept of explanation in metaphysics. Scientific explanation is compared with (alleged) metaphysical explanation. The comparison illustrates the difficulties with applying the concept of explanation in metaphysics.
Publication details
Published in:
Reboul Anne (2014) Mind, values, and metaphysics I: philosophical essays in honor of Kevin Mulligan. Dordrecht, Springer.
Pages: 257-266
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-04199-5_19
Full citation:
Brinck Ingar, Hermerén Göran, Persson Johannes, Sahlin Nils-Eric (2014) „Why metaphysicians do not explain“, In: A. Reboul (ed.), Mind, values, and metaphysics I, Dordrecht, Springer, 257–266.