Skip to content

But if nothing but soul, or in soul mind, is qualified to…

“But if nothing but soul, or in soul mind, is qualified to count, it is impossible for there to be time unless there is soul, but only that of which time is an attribute, i.e. if change can exist without soul.” quote by Aristotle
Download Open image
“But if nothing but soul, or in soul mind, is qualified to count, it is impossible for there to be time unless there is soul, but only that of which time is an attribute, i.e. if change can exist without soul.”

Aristotle

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Time is an attribute of change, which requires a soul; without soul, change cannot exist.

In simple terms: Time depends on soul and change.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the soul‑time link.

Themes

philosophy metaphysics time

Mood

analytical speculative

Type

philosophical academic

When to use this quote

  • academic debate
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

ontology causality essence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “soul” mean to you?
  • Can change exist without consciousness?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations vary.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Aristotle

Explore all 1,545 Aristotle quotes

More Attributes quotes

Browse all 852 Attributes quotes