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Although I have emphasized the belief in free will in my writings, I have done so only to refute the prevalent criticism that mystical philosophy inevitably leads to inertia and lethargy. However, from the standpoint that all existence--including our own--must ultimately conform to this plan, I am able to give only very limited room to free will. In this sense, I am more of a determinist than a libertarian--but please note that this should not be confused with the materialistic interpretation of determinism.

-- Notebooks Category 9: From Birth to Rebirth > Chapter 4 : Free Will, Responsibility, and The World-Idea > # 153