Beginning Quote by Gottfried Leibniz
“It can have its effect only through the intervention of God, inasmuch as in the ideas of God a monad rightly demands that God, in regulating the rest from the beginning of things, should have regard to itself.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophy: Monadology, 1714
The influence of a monad depends on God’s active regulation, as each monad’s purpose is aligned with divine intention.
In simple terms: Monads act only when God intervenes.
Key Takeaway
Recognize divine order in actions.
Themes
metaphysics
divine providence
purpose
Mood
reflective
contemplative
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- ethical reflection
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Monadology
causality
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does belief in divine regulation affect moral responsibility?
- Can human agency exist without divine oversight?
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