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1. The Monad, of which we shall here speak, is nothing but a simple substance, which enters into compounds. By ‘simple’ is meant ‘without parts.’ (Theod. 10.) → 2. And there must be simple substances, since there are compounds; for a compound is nothing but a collection or aggregatum of simple things. → 3.
substances—all created monads—could be called ‘souls’. But as there is more to sentiment than mere perception, I think that the general name ‘monad’ or ‘entelechy’ is adequate for substances that have mere perception and nothing more, and that we should reserve ‘soul’ for the ones with perceptions
26 Αυγ 2006 · The monadology and other philosophical writings by Leibniz, Gottfried Wilhelm, Freiherr von, 1646-1716; Latta, Robert, 1865-
In just 90 numbered paragraphs, Leibniz outlines—and argues for—the core features of his system, starting with his famous doctrine of monads (simple substances) and ending with the uplifting claim that God is concerned not only for the world as a whole but for the welfare of the virtuous in particular.
A fresh translation and in-depth commentary of Leibniz's seminal text, the Monadology. Written in 1714, the Monadology is widely considered to be the classic statement of Leibniz's mature philosophy.
G. W. Leibniz, The Principles of Philosophy, or, the Monadology (1714)1 1. The monad, which we shall discuss here, is nothing but a simple substance that enters into composites—simple, that is, without parts (Theodicy, sec. 10). 2.And there must be simple substances, since there are composites; for the composite is nothing
Written in 1714, the Monadology is widely considered to be the classic statement of Leibniz's mature philosophy. In the space of 90 numbered paragraphs, totalling little more than 6000 words, Leibniz outlines - and argues for - the core features of his philosophical system.
