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Formalization in philosophical logic.

Authors :
Jacquette, Dale
Source :
Monist. Jul94, Vol. 77 Issue 3, p358. 18p.
Publication Year :
1994

Abstract

Discusses the proper uses of formalization in philosophical logic. Uses of logic for expression of formal structures of thought and an inference mechanism; Need for pragmatic selectivity in the application of formalization to the development of particular formal systems; Inapplicability of logic to derive substantive metaphysical, normative or scientific content.

Subjects

Subjects :
*FORMALIZATION (Philosophy)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00269662
Volume :
77
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Monist
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
9501123639