Memory Quote by Otto Weininger
““Memory, then, is a necessary part of the logical faculty. … The proposition A = A must have a psychological relation to time, otherwise it would be At1 = At2.””
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Psychology of the Logical Faculty” (1912)
Memory links propositions to time, making logical statements meaningful through temporal context.
In simple terms: Memory gives time to logical statements.
Key Takeaway
Recognize time’s role in reasoning.
Themes
philosophy
logic
psychology
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
academic
When to use this quote
- academic study
- critical thinking
- philosophical debate
Key Concepts
temporal relations
identity
logical consistency
Questions to Reflect On
- How does time affect our understanding of identity?
- Can logic exist without memory?
A Different Perspective
Overlooks non‑temporal aspects of meaning.
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