Something

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The first form of existence (Dasein) that distinguishes itself from the other. It is determined by its quality (reality) and its boundary (negation). The relation something/other is reciprocally constitutive.

Origin: Spinoza (*omnis determinatio est negatio*). Hegel (dialectic of something and other).

In Hegel: Enc. §91-92; SL Vol. 1, Doctrine of Being, Quality

Cross-references: Ch. 1.7

Commentary on the Logic, Chapter 1

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