LessonsNames, Definition, Subject Matter, and Aim of LogicQuiz

The word taʿṣim does not mean that everyone trained in logic becomes incapable of any mistake. A person can misunderstand a premise, neglect a rule or lack evidence about a particular subject.

The commentary highlights the difference between having a means of protection and using it correctly. An error resulting from disregard of a rule does not invalidate the rule itself.

The intended meaning is that logic provides principles capable of guarding thought when observed; it does not guarantee infallibility to every student.

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What protection from error does—and does not—mean

Names, Definition, Subject Matter, and Aim of Logic

The word taʿṣim does not mean that everyone trained in logic becomes incapable of any mistake. A person can misunderstand a premise, neglect a rule or lack evidence about a particular subject.

The commentary highlights the difference between having a means of protection and using it correctly. An error resulting from disregard of a rule does not invalidate the rule itself.

The intended meaning is that logic provides principles capable of guarding thought when observed; it does not guarantee infallibility to every student.