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Full Idea
The metaphysically necessary truths can be identified with the propositions which are true in virtue of the nature of all objects whatever.
Gist of Idea
Metaphysical necessities are true in virtue of the nature of all objects
Source
Kit Fine (Essence and Modality [1994], p. 9)
Book Ref
-: 'Philosophical Perspectives' [-], p.9
A Reaction
This is part of Fine's proposal that necessities are derived from the essences or natures of things, which view I find very congenial.