¶ Teleology
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Teleology: Bow Tie Symbol: (◇◁)
"Let us symbolize teleology as ▷◁, like a bow tie. This is a neat and specific equation mark, combining the symbol of symmetrical expansion (the “x”, multiplication, or ‘times’ mark) with the equation mark(=). It is currently more fitting as an equation symbol than the old equation mark because we now know that parallel lines, or conditions, are impossible. Moreover, quasi-parallel lines, never coming in contact, are procreatively sterile. The “=” is, then, inaccurate as a sign to link integrators and product:
(2 x 3 = 6 theoretical)
(2 x 3 ▷◁ 6 factual)
“Our teleologic symbol ▷◁ represents, by its loose-ended “x” inclusion and by the conjunction of its ends, a finite radial limit of the segment of inclusion and the segment of conclusion, like an hourglass on its side. It is offered, then, as the logical successor of the familiar equation symbol for use in any consideration of the now apparently expanding Universe.”
¶ Citations
- NINE CHAINS, p. 42,1938
