An Interpretation of Existence

by Joseph Owens

Writing within the Thomist tradition, Joseph Owens explores the significance of metaphysics for human life by focusing on the concept of existence. With the help of linguistic analysis, he examines being as perceived on the level of sensation and as distinguished existentially by the intellect. His Introduction includes a brief synopsis of the history of metaphysics.

162 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 1985

About the author

Joseph Owens (April 17, 1908 – October 30, 2005) was a Canadian Roman Catholic priest and a philosopher specializing in the thought of Aristotle, Thomas Aquinas, and medieval philosophy.

Reviews

[Br Alex · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent review of Thomistic metaphysics and epistemology. Written in an accessible way which reads almost as easily as a narrative/story.

[Jared Mindel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty good, especially in discussion of cognitional versus real existence. Loved his discussion of epistemology as well.