Metaphysics explores some fundamental questions concerning the nature of the external world. For instance, what exists? Do tables, chairs, micro-particles, God exist or they are the products of our imagination? We also consider what the connection between mind and brain might be and whether we possess free will. Moreover, we evaluate the status of mathematics. For instance, is the number “5” a universal or a particular?

Free will problem

“Do we have free will?” is one of the principal metaphysical questions which philosophers are focused on. Let’s consider what we mean by free will. One can say that free will iff it is a voluntary act. In other words, we chose to do it. However, there are voluntary acts but they are not free, […]