J.J.C. Smart

J.J.C. Smart was a prominent philosopher known for his work in the philosophy of time, utilitarianism, and physicalism. He argued that reality is fundamentally physical, meaning everything, including thoughts and feelings, can be explained by physical processes. In utilitarianism, he supported the idea that the best actions are those that maximize overall happiness. Smart also explored concepts like the nature of time, suggesting that our perception of past, present, and future may not align with how time actually functions. His contributions prompted deeper discussions on the relationship between mind, morality, and the physical world.