The book delves into Aristotle's concepts of energeia and dunamis, addressing their apparent ambiguities between actuality and potentiality. Through a meticulous analysis of Metaphysics Theta, Beere reveals Aristotle's intended meanings, advocating for an analogical understanding of energeia. This exploration clarifies the distinctions between activity and capacity, offering insights into Aristotle's philosophical framework.
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"Doing and Being" explores Aristotle's concepts of energeia and dunamis, challenging traditional translations of these terms. Beere offers a fresh interpretation by connecting Plato's "Sophist" with Aristotle's "Metaphysics Theta," clarifying key claims about the primacy of energeia and the nature of eternal principles.