The world is the totality of facts, not things. (1.1)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Reality consists of specific occurrences rather than just physical objects.
- In plain terms
- The world is made of events, not just objects.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on facts and events, not just objects.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is the difference between facts and things?
- How does this view change your perspective?
Another view
Physical objects do play a role in reality.
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