The negative theology of absolute infinity: Cantor, mathematics, and humility
Cantor argued that absolute infinity is beyond mathematical comprehension. His arguments imply that the domain of mathematics cannot be grasped by mathematical means. We argue that this inability constitutes a foundational problem. For Cantor, however, the domain of mathematics does not belong to ma...
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Language: | English |
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Springer Nature B. V
2024
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International journal for philosophy of religion
Year: 2024, Volume: 95, Issue: 3, Pages: 233-256 |
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Georg Cantor
B Humility B Absolute infinity B Absolute generality B Foundations of mathematics B Negative Theology |
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