The Nathan Jacobs Podcast On Free Will | A Defense of Libertarian Freedom
Nov 21, 2024
Dive into a thought-provoking exploration of free will, where various perspectives like hard determinism and libertarianism are dissected. The discussion highlights the rejection of compatibilism by Eastern Church Fathers, emphasizing moral culpability and the need for contrary choice. You'll hear about how determinism interacts with human choice and the implications for virtue and self-determination. The idea that passions can influence but not fully dictate our choices adds depth to this fascinating philosophical debate.
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Incompatibilism Versus Libertarian Freedom
- Incompatibilism holds free will and determinism cannot both be true.
- Libertarianism rejects determinism and insists free acts require alternative possibilities (PAP).
How Compatibilism Redefines Free Will
- Compatibilism redefines free will so it no longer requires alternative possibilities.
- It treats uncoerced action aligned with desires as 'free' even if determined by prior causes.
Compatibilism Is Historically Recent
- Compatibilism is historically new, arising in the 17th century and popularized by figures like Edwards.
- It diverges from earlier Reformed and broader Christian traditions that affirmed PAP.