Metaphysics

Metaphysics

1. Derived from the Greek words "Meta" which means beyond or after and "Physika" which means physics. Metaphysics is the branch of philosophy that considers the physical universe and the nature of ultimate reality.

   • Ontology
     • Branch of metaphysics which deals with the meaning of existence and tries to resolve the question of whether existence is identical with space, time nature, spirit, or God. An entity, but a collection of mental events.
   • Teleology
     • Theology (from the Greek telos, "end", and logos, "reason"), "branch of metaphysics, which tries to clarify issues concerning the on matters pertaining to existence, pursuing ends or goals or as designed to fulfill a devised purpose.
   • Cosmology
     • Branch of metaphysics that tries to explain the theories the origin and development of the nature of the cosmos (universe). The study of the totality of all phenomena.