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Single Idea 19352

[catalogued under 7. Existence / C. Structure of Existence / 6. Fundamentals / c. Monads]

Full Idea

The general name 'monad' or 'entelechy' may suffice for those substances which have nothing but perception and appetition; the name 'souls' may be reserved for those having perception that is more distinct and accompanied by memory.

Gist of Idea

A 'monad' has basic perception and appetite; a 'soul' has distinct perception and memory

Source

Gottfried Leibniz (Monadology [1716], §19)

Book Reference

Leibniz,Gottfried: 'Monadology and Other Philosophical Essays', ed/tr. Schrecker,P [Bobbs-Merrill 1965], p.150


A Reaction

It is basic to the study of Leibniz that you don't think monads are full-blown consciousnesses. He isn't really a panpsychist, because the level of mental activity is so minimal. There seem to be degrees of monadhood.