internal relation
philosophy
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The theory of internal relations posits that all relations are internal, meaning every part of reality is intrinsically connected to every other part. An internal relation is one that is involved in or essential to the nature of the things being related. This contrasts with the idea of external relations, which are not essential to the nature of the objects involved. The doctrine suggests a holistic view where interconnectedness defines existence.12
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