I will in this essay discuss the theory of determinism. The principle states that all physical events are determined by en unbroken chain of prior events. Therefore the principle also states that free will is an illusion, since the outcome of all future events already has been determined, hence the name; determinism. This theory is also closely linked to the billiard ball hypothesis that claims that since the rules of nature already have been established …showed first 75 words of 778 total…

…showed last 75 words of 778 total…no reason to believe that human life is to be respected. Nature, in her indifference, makes no distinction between good and evil." In conclusion it can be said that even though determinism contradicts human reasoning it still stands, at least in my opinion, as the as worthy successor of the theory of a free will. Sadly though, it has been determined that people will continue to believe in a free will for centuries to come.