Explore the evolution of logic from ancient Greece through medieval Europe and the Islamic world in this 22-minute video lecture. Discover how Aristotle's work on logic influenced subsequent thinkers, including Boethius, who translated and commented on Aristotle's writings. Learn about the contributions of Islamic scholars like al-Kindi and Avicenna during Europe's Dark Ages, as they advanced Greek and Hindu knowledge. Examine the developments in medieval logic, including the work of Peter Abelard, William of Ockham, and Jean Buridan, who expanded on Aristotelian concepts. Gain insights into the historical progression of logical thought and its impact on mathematical and scientific reasoning across different cultures and time periods.
A Brief History of Logic - Medieval and Arabic Logic - Math Foundations
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Syllabus
ME253: A brief history of logic . Medieval and Arabic logic
Boethius (477-524AD) Born in
Islamic Logic Muhammad (570-632) - Spread of
al-Kindi - wrote 'On the use of Indian numerals'
In Arabic studies
Hypothetical syllogisms If the cat is hungry, it will chase mice.
Medieval European logic
Jean Buridan (1300-1358) (Paris)
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