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Personal Identity, Part II: The Body Theory and the Personality Theory

Shelly KaganDistinguishedYale University

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50:35·2008·introductory level

This session explores the body theory, identifying an individual by their physical form, and the personality theory, linking identity to an individual's unique beliefs and memories.

PhilosophyMetaphysics, Mind & MortalityPersonal identityBody theoryPersonality theory

Two more views regarding the metaphysical key to personal identity are discussed: the body view and the personality view. According to the body view, an individual is identified in terms of his or her physical body. According to the personality view, an individual is identified by his or her unique set of beliefs, desires, memories, goals, and so on.

This course was recorded in Spring 2007.

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Shelly KaganDistinguished

Author of "Death" · Yale University

Shelly Kagan is a Professor of Philosophy at Yale University, widely recognized for his influential work in normative and applied ethics, particularly on the topic of death.

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Personal Identity, Part III: Objections to the Personality Theory

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