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Single Idea 3355

[catalogued under 4. Formal Logic / F. Set Theory ST / 8. Critique of Set Theory]

Full Idea

Von Neumann suggested that functions be pressed into service to replace sets.

Gist of Idea

Von Neumann wanted mathematical functions to replace sets

Source

report of John von Neumann (works [1935]) by José A. Benardete - Metaphysics: the logical approach Ch.23

Book Reference

Benardete,José A.: 'Metaphysics: The Logical Approach' [OUP 1989], p.188