Peter Abelard
Medieval France Scholasticism
Biography
Medieval French philosopher, theologian, and preeminent logician.
Life Dates
Born: April 21, 1079
Died: April 21, 1142
Notable Quotes
"The key to wisdom is this - constant and frequent questioning."
"By doubting we are led to question, by questioning we arrive at the truth."
"The first key to wisdom is assiduous and frequent questioning."
"Nothing can be believed unless it is first understood."
"Logic has made me hated in the world."