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Dualism | December 20, 2004

The basic definition of dualism, the state of being dual or having a twofold division, appears in various contexts including philosophy of mind and philosophy of science, as well as in theological circumstances where its intendment slightly differs between the traditional Eastern and Western practices. In both hemispheres, dualism generally refers to the belief that there are two basic universal principles working in either polar opposition of or ideal congruence with each other. For example, the Western idea of God’s and Satan’s competing governance of the world demonstrates oppositional dualism, whereas the Eastern observance of parts Ying and Yang exemplify a supportive dualism. (Note: neither of these two examples were meant to reflect their respective region's attitude regarding religion, nor do they necessarily represent either sides' favoring appliance of the term "dualism".)

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