8 ideas
13230 | Particular essence is often captured by generality [Steiner,M] |
13229 | Maybe an instance of a generalisation is more explanatory than the particular case [Steiner,M] |
13165 | Geometrical proofs do not show causes, as when we prove a triangle contains two right angles [Proclus] |
13231 | Explanatory proofs rest on 'characterizing properties' of entities or structure [Steiner,M] |
9569 | The origin of geometry started in sensation, then moved to calculation, and then to reason [Proclus] |
15675 | We don't condemn people for being bad at reasoning [Finlayson] |
15674 | One can universalise good advice, but that doesn't make it an obligation [Finlayson] |
15662 | The 'culture industry' is an advertisement for the way things are [Finlayson] |