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“In order to be able to set a limit to thought, we should have to find both sides of the limit thinkable (i.e. we should have to be able to think what cannot be thought).”

Quote by Ludwig Wittgenstein

Book:Wittgenstein's Tractatus

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Wittgenstein's Tractatus

Wittgenstein's Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus is a seminal text that delves into the nature of reality, thought, and language. It presents a comprehensive system of logical propositions, aiming to clarify the relationship between language and the world. The work is known for its rigorous and concise style, and it has had a profound impact on the fields of philosophy, logic, and linguistics. more

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Ludwig Wittgenstein

Ludwig Wittgenstein was one of the most important philosophers of the 20th century, renowned for his profound contributions to language, logic, and philosophical methods. His ideas have had a significant impact on the development of analytic philosophy and philosophy of language. more

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