Quote by Karl Wilhelm Friedrich Schlegel

Mathematics is, as it were, a sensuous logic, and relates to philosophy as do the arts, music, and plastic art to poetry.

Mathematics is, as it were, a sensuous logic, and relates to

Summary

This quote, attributed to Friedrich Heinrich Jacobi, suggests that mathematics is not solely a rational discipline but also engages the senses. It compares mathematics to other artistic forms such as music, poetry, and plastic art, implying that like these art forms, mathematics can evoke aesthetic experiences and emotional engagement. It implies a parallel between the logic inherent in mathematics and the expression and creativity found in philosophy. Overall, the quote highlights the multidimensional nature of mathematics and its potential to stimulate both reason and sensory perception.

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By Karl Wilhelm Friedrich Schlegel

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