God Quote by Ludwig Wittgenstein
““It used to be said that God could create anything except what would be contrary to the laws of logic. The truth is that we could not say what an "illogical" world would look like.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Remarks on the Foundations of Mathematics, 1951
Logic defines what can be thought; an illogical world is beyond comprehension.
In simple terms: Logic limits imagination.
Key Takeaway
Consider logical constraints in reasoning.
Themes
philosophy
logic
epistemology
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
speculative
When to use this quote
- theoretical research
- creative writing
- problem solving
Key Concepts
metaphysics
language theory
Questions to Reflect On
- Can we imagine truly illogical scenarios?
- What are the limits of logical thought?
A Different Perspective
Logic may not capture all reality.
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