Project Causa Sui: Key Concepts

A short reference guide to the theory of Causa Sui, a theory of the origin of subjecthood set out in three books. It gives the core of the theory, its postulates (P1, P1*, the hypothesis of the chain, P2–P4) with explanations, and 34 key concepts in alphabetical order, each with a short definition, cross-references and the chapter where it is introduced. A separate section lists what the theory does not claim, to correct common misreadings. Where a retelling of the theory and this guide differ, this guide and the books are authoritative.

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Published
2026-10-31
DOI
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23833942
Primary Topic
Philosophy and Theoretical Science
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Project Causa Sui: Key Concepts

Igor Shakhanov
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Philosophy and Theoretical Science
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Project Causa Sui: Key Concepts

Igor Shakhanov
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Abstract

A short reference guide to the theory of Causa Sui, a theory of the origin of subjecthood set out in three books. It gives the core of the theory, its postulates (P1, P1*, the hypothesis of the chain, P2–P4) with explanations, and 34 key concepts in alphabetical order, each with a short definition, cross-references and the chapter where it is introduced. A separate section lists what the theory does not claim, to correct common misreadings. Where a retelling of the theory and this guide differ, this guide and the books are authoritative.

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Philosophy and Theoretical Science
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