| Authors | Reza Rezazadeh |
|---|---|
| Journal | Journal of Shia Islamic Studies |
| Page number | 415 |
| Page Number To | 428 |
| Paper Type | Full Paper |
| Published At | 2011 |
| Journal Grade | ISI |
| Journal Type | Typographic |
| Journal Country | United Kingdom |
| Keywords | soul, problem, aquinas, connection, sadra, distinct |
Abstract
Thomas Aquinas and Mulla Sadra were united in criticising the theories of their day on the soul-body problem which held that the body is a mere instrument in the employ of the soul. Instead, following Aristotle, they regarded the connection between the soul and the body as one of form and matter since they thought of it as an essential connection not accidental. Despite this initial similarity there are differences between Aquinas and Sadra on this problem which in the end lead them to two distinct solutions to the perennial problem.