Some Thoughts on the Epicurean Critique of Mathematics.
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Issue Date
July 2017
Authors
Aristidou, Michael
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Journal Article
Peer-Reviewed
Peer-Reviewed
Abstract
In this paper, we give a comprehensive summary of the discussion on the Epicurean critique of mathematics and in particular of Euclid's geometry. We examine the methodological critique of the Epicureans on mathematics and we assess whether a 'mathematical atomism' was proposed, and its implications. Finally, we examine the Epicurean philosophical stance on mathematics and evaluate whether it was on target or not.