Peter Abelard
Medieval France Scholasticism
Biography
French scholastic philosopher, theologian, and preeminent logician. Known for his relationship with Héloïse.
Life Dates
Born: April 12, 1079
Died: April 21, 1142
Notable Quotes
"The beginning of wisdom is found in doubting."
"By doubting we come to questioning, and by questioning we perceive the truth."
"Against the disease of writing one must take special precautions."
"Nothing can be loved or hated unless it is first known."
"The key to wisdom is this: constant and frequent questioning."