Homologies and Platonism in Richard Owen
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https://doi.org/10.48160/18532330me15.371Keywords:
Owen, platonism, archetype, homologyAbstract
The work examines the concepts of homology and analogy in Richard Owen's thought. It highlights his contribution to introducing and defining these terms in the Victorian scientific community, including Darwinists. Owen is positioned as a pioneer in clarifying these notions. The subdivisions of homology are explored, such as special, general, and serial, along with Owen's concept of archetype. Additionally, the orthodox interpretation of his thinking is examined, contrasting it with the Platonism often attributed to him, suggesting relevant nuances in assessing his work. The Platonism typically attributed to him appears to lack solid grounding, especially when considering the significance Owen assigns to the central categories of his thought.
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