Argument Quote by Gottfried Leibniz
“There is no argument so cogent not only in demonstrating, the indestructibility of the soul, but also in showing that it always preserves in its nature traces of all its preceding states with a practical remembrance which can always be aroused. Since it has the consciousness of or knows in itself what each one calls his me. This renders it open to moral qualities, to chastisement and to recompense even after this life, for immortality without remembrance would be of no value.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Treatise: Monadology, 1714
The soul is indestructible, retains memories of all past states, and can be judged morally after death, making remembrance essential for immortality.
In simple terms: The soul lives forever, keeps past memories, and can be judged after death.
Key Takeaway
Remember past experiences to shape moral growth.
Themes
immortality
memory
morality
self
awareness
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- spiritual practice
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
philosophy
metaphysics
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does memory influence moral responsibility?
- Can immortality be meaningful without recollection?
A Different Perspective
Remembrance may be unreliable; not all traditions accept post‑mortem moral judgment.
