Russell’s Paradox

Ramified Theory of Types

An extension of the simple theory of types, the ramified theory introduces levels to distinguish objects and functions by order,…

4 days ago

Indefinite Extensibility

Indefinite extensibility describes collections, like the set of all sets, that cannot be fully listed. Any enumeration attempt can always…

4 days ago

Impredicative Definitions in Mathematics and Logic

An impredicative definition defines an object in terms of a totality to which the object itself belongs. This can lead…

4 days ago

Comprehension Schema in Set Theory and Logic

The comprehension schema is a fundamental principle in set theory and logic. It allows for the construction of sets by…

4 days ago

Frege’s Basic Law V and the Foundations of Arithmetic

Frege's Basic Law V aimed to ground arithmetic in logic. It states that the extension of a concept is defined…

4 days ago

Bad Company Objection

The bad company objection challenges mathematical abstractionism by highlighting the difficulty in separating valid from invalid abstractions, especially concerning Frege's…

4 days ago