Aristotlean Views

Aristotle was a Greek philosopher who proposed a unique view on the existence of the soul and the body. His views have since formed a fundamental part of philosophical studies about the soul, mind, and body.
Unlike his predecessor Plato, Aristotle believed that the soul and body were not separate entities, but rather, the soul was an actuality of the body. This view is termed as ‘hylomorphic’ (hyle = matter, morphe = form)
For Aristotle, the soul (psyche) essentially refers to the life force or the functional capacities that animate the physical body. It’s not an immaterial entity that exists separately from the body, but it’s rather a set of abilities or capacities that the body possesses.
Aristotle identifies three types of souls corresponding to the different types of beings: the vegetative soul (pertaining to plants, responsible for growth and reproduction), the sensitive soul (belonging to animals, responsible for mobility and sensation), and the rational soul (exclusive to humans, capable of thought and reflexion).
The rational soul can be further divided into two constituent parts - the passive mind, which is subject to change and can be destroyed, and the active mind, which is immortal and unchangeable. The active mind, according to Aristotle, is what allows humans to engage in intellectual thought.
The concept of the soul’s mortality is another key point in Aristotelian views. Instead of supporting the notion of soul’s immortality, he asserted that at the time of death, the soul cannot continue to exist, since it’s a function of the body and cannot exist without it.
Aristotle argued against dualism, a doctrine asserting that the soul and body were two different entities. His denial of dualism supports his view that the soul is the form of the body and they exist as a single entity being, not two separate subjects.
Aristotle’s views on the nature of the soul and the body influenced many future philosophers and thinkers, adding important dimensions to the ongoing debate surrounding the philosophy of mind.
Although Aristotle’s views contradict many religious beliefs, particularly those of Christianity, they have been interpreted and incorporated into religious teachings in various ways.
Critics of Aristotle’s view argue that it doesn’t account for personal identity because, if the body dies and the soul dissolves, continuity of personality cannot be preserved.

Remember to explore these points in more detail, analysing and evaluating the views for a comprehensive understanding of Aristotle’s position.