Nicolas Malebranche
French philosopher of occasionalism
Born
August 6th, 1638
386 years ago
Died
October 13th, 1715
309 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
France
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Born in 1638, a French priest and philosopher blended theology with theories of perception and metaphysics. Developed the philosophical doctrine of occasionalism, asserting that God's intervention is necessary for any causal connection in the world. His influential work, 'Search After Truth', provided a comprehensive examination of knowledge, perception, and the relationship between mind and body. He engaged with Cartesian philosophy and critiqued the nature of human understanding. Promoted the idea that true knowledge comes from divine illumination rather than sensory experience.
Developed the doctrine of occasionalism
Authored 'Search After Truth'
Critiqued Cartesian philosophy
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