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Discusiones Filosóficas
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Abstract
MARTINEZ, Maximiliano. LOS ENIGMAS DE RUSSELL, LA SOLUCIÓN DE FREGE Y LA TEORÍA CAUSAL DE LA REFERENCIA: UNA GUÍA INTRODUCTORIA AL DEBATE CLÁSICO DE LAS TEORÍAS DEL SIGNIFICADO Y LA DENOTACIÓN. discus.filos [online]. 2007, vol.8, n.11, pp.61-80. ISSN 0124-6127.
According to Russell, a theory of denotation is succesful if it is able to solve this three puzzles: i) identity in opaque contexts, ii) violation of the law of excluded middle and iii) true negative existential propositions. In this paper I will explain, first of all, why Russell thinks that Freges's theory cannot solve the puzzles. In order to do this, I will examine Frege's theory. Secondly, I will explore Russell's solution, focusing on his Description theory. Finally, while stating Kripke's and Putnam's criticisims to Frege and Russell theories, I will also outline Kripke's theory.
Keywords : Kripke; Putnam; sense; reference; descriptions.