Gottfried Leibniz Quotes

A collection of quotes by Gottfried Leibniz.

Gottfried Leibniz (1646-1716) was a German polymath known for his wide-ranging contributions in mathematics, physics, theology, and philosophy. He developed the mathematical concept of calculus independently of Isaac Newton, and made essential advancements in the field of binary arithmetic, paving the way for modern computing. Leibniz's philosophical ideas included the theory of monads, which proposed that every substance is composed of simple, non-interacting units. He was also a diplomat and librarian, working in service of various German courts throughout his career. Leibniz's intellectual pursuits left an enduring impact on numerous disciplines.

Music is the pleasure the human mind experiences from counti

Music is the pleasure the human mind experiences from counting without being aware that it is counting.

Gottfried Leibniz

When a truth is necessary, the reason for it can be found by

When a truth is necessary, the reason for it can be found by analysis, that is, by resolving it into simpler ideas and truths until the primary ones are reached.

Gottfried Leibniz

Theologian: But what is to love? Philosopher: To be delighte

Theologian: But what is to love? Philosopher: To be delighted by the happiness of another.

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There are also two kinds of truths: truth of reasoning and t

There are also two kinds of truths: truth of reasoning and truths of fact. Truths of reasoning are necessary and their opposite is impossible; those of fact are contingent and their opposite is possible.

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Whence it follows that God is absolutely perfect, since perf

Whence it follows that God is absolutely perfect, since perfection is nothing but magnitude of positive reality, in the strict sense, setting aside the limits or bounds in things which are limited.

Gottfried Leibniz