Class Quote by Samuel Alexander
“But unfortunately Locke treated ideas of reflection as if they were another class of objects of contemplation beside ideas of sensation.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Essays on the Philosophy of Mind, Samuel Alexander, 1915
Locke separates reflective ideas from sensory ideas, treating them as distinct objects of thought.
In simple terms: Locke sees reflection as a separate kind of idea.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that reflection and sensation are linked.
Themes
philosophy
epistemology
mind
cognition
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
academic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic study
- personal introspection
- teaching philosophy
Key Concepts
dualism
conceptual analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- How do reflection and sensation interact?
- Can ideas be both reflective and sensory?
A Different Perspective
Locke’s view may oversimplify mental processes.
