Leibniz Free Will Research Paper

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Is free will an illusion? I ask myself this question when examining Leibniz’s theory of determinism, free will and God. In this paper, I will examine Leibniz's theory and determine if his theory is without flaws.
According to Leibniz’s Monadology, Leibniz establishes a metaphysical system that explains the nature of the material world. Leibniz does not believe that the material world can be explained using mathematics and other scientific principles.Instead of choosing to submit to mathematics and science, Leibniz develops a rational theory that allows him the innovative solution that he is aiming for. This system Leibniz creates, appeals to the sufficient reason that is God and the pre-established harmony of the monads that make up the material world. Leibniz sets out to prove that his system has a substantial account of freedom with several principles. …show more content…
Leibniz describes a monad as a simple substance which cannot be divided into parts. Every substance that is created or will ever be created consist of monads.I do agree that everything in that is, that was, and will be all contain a simple substance similar to monads. This substance is ,however, structured differently in everything. For example, a heap of sand and a sand castle, both subjects are sand, but one is distinguished from the other based on its structure. With the creation of monads, Leibniz is able to connect the physical world to the Christian God, a god that created everything. This god is, as defined by the bible, as omnipotent. This means that this God knows the begin and the end of the universe he created.The monadic principle and a belief in an omnipotent God are things I can agree with Leibniz on. Leibniz’s theory contains more fundamental
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