https://aphinum.com/tags/names/ Recent content in Names on Philosophy Structured Notes Hugo en-US Sat, 21 Feb 2026 11:02:10 +0000 https://aphinum.com/posts/the-invocation-of-names-in-magic-a-philosophical-analysis/ Sat, 21 Feb 2026 03:05:07 +0000 https://aphinum.com/posts/the-invocation-of-names-in-magic-a-philosophical-analysis/ <p><strong>The Invocation of Names in Magic: A Philosophical Analysis</strong></p> <p><strong>Overview</strong> This study examines the concept of naming and its relationship to magical efficacy, particularly in the context of Origen&rsquo;s arguments. <strong>Magical invocation</strong>, a practice rooted in various ancient cultures, relies on the use of specific names or formulas to tap into spiritual powers. Origen&rsquo;s observations suggest that these practices are not simply superstitious rituals but may have deeper connections to the human experience and understanding of reality.</p> https://aphinum.com/posts/the-distinction-between-names-and-predicates-aristotles-fallacy/ Fri, 02 Jan 2026 17:18:41 +0000 https://aphinum.com/posts/the-distinction-between-names-and-predicates-aristotles-fallacy/ <p><strong>The Distinction between Names and Predicates: Aristotle&rsquo;s Fallacy</strong></p> <p>Aristotle&rsquo;s philosophy has had a profound impact on Western thought, but his ideas were not without their flaws. One critical error he made was in understanding the relationship between <strong>names</strong> and <strong>predicates</strong>, which led to far-reaching consequences for metaphysics.</p> <p><strong>Context</strong> During the 4th century BCE, Aristotle was developing his philosophical system, which included contributions to logic, metaphysics, ethics, and biology. His work built upon that of Plato, but he also introduced significant innovations, such as the concept of <strong>potentiality</strong> and the four causes (material, formal, efficient, and final).</p>