Single Idea 23943

[catalogued under 15. Nature of Minds / C. Capacities of Minds / 1. Faculties]

Full Idea

The distinction between reason and passion is based on an archaic 'faculty' psychology of the human soul.

Gist of Idea

Distinguishing reason from passion is based on an archaic 'faculty' theory

Source

Robert C. Solomon (The Passions [1976], Intro.2)

Book Reference

Solomon,Robert C.: 'The Passions (1993 ed)' [Hackett 1993], p.11


A Reaction

I like faculties, for philosophical purposes, as explanatory tools to account for our metaphysical and conceptual framework, but this point is well made. The danger is that we impose sharp divisions, where reality is more complex.