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Adelard of Bath

Adelard of Bath Biography

Philosopher

Adelard of Bath, a philosopher from England, lived from 1080 to 1152. He is known for his contributions to natural philosophy and mathematics, particularly in the fields of optics and geometry.

Adelard of Bath, a philosopher from England, lived from 1080 to 1152. He is known for his contributions to natural philosophy and mathematics, particularly in the fields of optics and geometry.

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“Although man is not armed by nature nor is naturally swiftest in flight, yet he has something better by far—reason. For by the possession of this function he exceeds the beasts to such a degree that he subdues. … You see, therefore, how much the gift of reason surpasses mere physical equipment.”

Men Reason Degrees Function Mere Possession Flight Beast Equipment Exceed Something Better

Author:Adelard of Bath

“The visible universe is subject to quantification, and is so by necessity. … Between you and me only reason will be the judge … since you proceed according to the rational method, so shall I. … I will also give reason and take it. … This generation has an innate vice. It can’t accept anything that has been discovered by a contemporary!”

Giving Has Beens Reason Universe Accepting Generations Subjects Judging Method Vices Contemporary Rational Visible Innate This Generation Between You And Me

Author:Adelard of Bath

“They know how to think. From the Arabs I have learned one thing: if you are led by Authority, that means you are led by a halter.”

Ifs Thinking Knows Life Mean Justice Liberty Know How One Thing Authority I Have Learned

Author:Adelard of Bath

About the Author

Born: 1080
Died: 1152
Known for: Philosopher
Quotes: 3

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