Metaphysics: An Introduction to Reality, Being, and Existence

Have you ever wondered what actually makes up the world around us, or what it truly means for something to exist? Metaphysics provides the framework for exploring these profound questions, guiding thinkers from ancient Greece to the modern day. This text-based course guides you from fundamental philosophical concepts to deep critical thinking. You will learn to analyze classic arguments about reality, space, time, and consciousness, developing the analytical skills to evaluate complex ideas and construct your own philosophical perspectives. What you'll learn: Understand the core terminology of metaphysics, including ontology, substance, and properties; Analyze classic arguments on the nature of being and existence from Plato and Aristotle; Explore the philosophy of mind, dualism, and the relationship between physical and mental states; Examine modern metaphysical questions surrounding virtual realities, digital existence, and artificial consciousness; Apply logical reasoning to debates about time, space, causality, and free will. The course starts with essential definitions and historical foundations before moving into modern debates about consciousness and digital realities. Through guided readings and reflective written exercises, you will build a solid philosophical toolkit step by step. This course is designed for absolute beginners with no prior background in philosophy or formal logic. Start your journey into the deepest questions of existence today.