Derivation of the laws of motion and equilibrium from a metaphysical principle

The Proofs of God's Existence

Newton's Theory

Need to Identify Proofs of God's Existence in the General Laws of Nature

Motion is a state in which matter may or many not find itself

The Law of Equilibrium

The Principle of Least Action

Certain Laws of Motion and Equilibrium

General Principle

Problem 2: Laws of Motion for Elastic Bodies

Law of Mechanical Equilibrium for Bodies

Accord between different laws of Nature that seemed incompatible

Fermat's Theory

Accord between different laws of Nature that seemed incompatible