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Metaphysics is more focused with empirical objects than conceptual objects. Empirical objects, often referred to as a manifest image, are the things that can be confirmed by the senses, especially of sight, touch and smell. They describe the way of how objects appear to us by describing the color or smell for instance. As such, a piece of wood is an empirical object for example. Conceptual objects, referred to as the scientific image, are the abstract things whose existence is not evidenced by physical or perceptible things (Plato, Cobb and Plato 28). They are theoretical objects that cannot be seen, touched, smelled, heard, tasted or seen. They describe everything around us by using scientific principles and theoretical physical sciences. …show more content…

Branches of metaphysics such as cosmology and cosmogony focus on the origins, composition, and purpose of the universe. Cosmologists seek to establish whether the world was deliberately designed or its existence was a great stroke of luck. They also see to go further to determine the purpose of the existence of components of the universe including the planets, the stars, sky, the sun, human beings or animals inhabiting the earth. Answers to these quests help in efforts to make the universe and human existence more …show more content…

Metaphysics experts question whether things are as they appear to be, or there is a difference between the way things look and the way they truly are. Metaphysical philosophers such as Plato primarily seek to determine the difference between reality and perception. This aspect has expanded in modern times; with the proliferation of illusionists and experts in making things appear as they are not. Plato’s metaphysics has contributed to the expansion of human intelligence in a huge way.
Plato’s metaphysics covers diverse captivating topics ranging from spirituality, religion to consciousness (Sheffield 27 - 46). Despite this range of themes and subjects, metaphysics borders on the nature of reality. Plato’s particular sort of metaphysics is more philosophical than scientific. It does not provide precise answers and mathematical as well as scientific concepts. Instead, it encourages exploration and

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