Foundations of Mathematics

Metatheorem: Understanding Theorems About Theories

A metatheorem is a theorem that describes properties of a formal system, such as consistency or completeness. It operates on…

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Metamathematics

Metamathematics examines mathematical systems and theories from an elevated viewpoint, employing principles of mathematical logic. It explores the foundations and…

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Logicism: Reducing Mathematics to Logic

Logicism is the philosophical view that mathematics is a branch of logic. Proponents believe all mathematical truths can be derived…

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Löb’s Theorem

Löb's theorem in mathematical logic states that if a system can prove that a statement implies its own provability, then…

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Kreisel-Putnam Logic

A logic designed for higher-order quantification and modalities. It emerged from discussions on the foundations of mathematics by Kreisel and…

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Intuitionistic Mathematics

Mathematics built on intuitionistic logic, prioritizing constructive proofs and avoiding non-constructive axioms like the law of excluded middle. It emphasizes…

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Intuitionistic Logic Explained

Intuitionistic logic, a constructive approach to reasoning, diverges from classical logic by rejecting the law of excluded middle. It demands…

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Intuitionism

Intuitionism is a philosophy of mathematics that questions the existence of the mathematical infinite and the completeness of mathematical truth.…

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Hume’s Principle

Hume's principle states that two collections have the same number of objects if and only if a one-to-one correspondence can…

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Hilbert’s Program

An ambitious project by David Hilbert to formalize all mathematics and prove its consistency using finitary methods. It aimed to…

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