The term היולי (Hiyuli) is derived from the Greek word hyle (ὕλη),[1] meaning "matter" or "material." It was used by Aristotle and other Greek philosophers to describe the basic, formless substance underlying all physical objects.
Definitions[edit]
היולי (Hiyuli) is a philosophical term referring to the concept of "potential power."[2]
See Also[edit]
- Pardes Rimonim, 3:5
- Eitz Chaim, 50:10
- Sefer HaMaamarim 5665, pp. 142–143, 368
- Hemshech 5666, pp. 107ff., 241f.
References[edit]
- ↑ ὕλη – Wiktionary
- ↑ See Ramban al HaTorah, Bereishis 1:1; Tazria 12:2.