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This lecture discusses the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle' work, the Categories, focusing on his discussion in chapter 10 focused on how and whether opposites change into each other. He focuses primarily on the second form of opposition - contraries - and the third form - positives and privatives. To support my ongoing work, go to my Patreon site - ww ... Show More
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