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2. Reason / D. Definition / 1. Definitions

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Interdefinition is useless by itself, but if we grasp one separately, we have them both [Lewis]

8. Modes of Existence / B. Properties / 4. Intrinsic Properties

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We must avoid circularity between what is intrinsic and what is natural [Lewis, by Cameron]

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A property is 'intrinsic' iff it can never differ between duplicates [Lewis]

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Ellipsoidal stars seem to have an intrinsic property which depends on other objects [Lewis]

14. Science / D. Explanation / 2. Types of Explanation / g. Causal explanations

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Minds are best explained by their ends, and bodies by efficient causes [Leibniz]

23. Ethics / A. Egoism / 1. Ethical Egoism

3031	The greatest good is not the achievement of desire, but to desire what is proper [Menedemus, by Diog. Laertius]