The Freedom of the Will Essay Questions

Kitaro Nishida

1. What are the two possible meanings of freedom according to Nishida? Which meaning makes more sense when we’re thinking about free will? Defend your answer.

 

2. Explain Nishida’s view about free will. Is the view compelling? Why or why not?

 

3. Why does Nishida claim that Socrates was freer than the Athenians who put him to death? Do you agree? Why or why not?

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