Effikációt

Effikációt is a term that appears in certain philosophical and theological discussions, particularly within the context of Thomistic philosophy. It is generally understood as a form of efficacy or power to produce an effect, but with a specific nuance. Unlike a simple causal power, effikációt often implies a power that is intrinsically linked to the nature of the thing possessing it and its inherent capacity to act.

The concept is sometimes contrasted with "potency" (potentia), which refers to the capacity to receive an action or to change. Effikációt, in contrast, points to the active principle within a substance or entity that allows it to exert influence or bring about a result. It is the inherent ability to act, rather than merely the potential to be acted upon.

In theological contexts, effikációt can be discussed in relation to divine power and its relationship with created beings. It might refer to the specific way in which God's power operates through secondary causes, or the inherent efficacy of created things to fulfill their designed purposes. The precise meaning can vary depending on the specific philosophical or theological tradition and the author employing the term. It is not a widely used term in contemporary philosophy of science.