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Exemplification as Explanation

Maurin, Anna-Sofia LU (2013) In Axiomathes 23(2). p.401-417
Abstract
In this paper I critically investigate an unorthodox attempt to metaphysically explain in virtue of what there are states of affairs. This is a suggestion according to which states of affairs exist thanks to, rather than, as is the common view, in spite of, the infinite regress their metaphysical explanation seems to engender. I argue that, no matter in which form it is defended, or in which theoretical framework it is set, this suggestion cannot provide us with the explanation we crave.
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Exemplification, Explanation, Regress, Gaskin, Ontology, Metaphysics
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Axiomathes
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23
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2
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401 - 417
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Springer
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  • wos:000319758100015
  • scopus:84878590596
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1572-8390
DOI
10.1007/s10516-011-9174-8
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English
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