William of Ockham Quotes:
Ocupation: Philosopher
Life: 1288 - April 9, 1347
Birthday: 1288
Death: April 9
What can be explained by the assumption of fewer things is vainly explained by the assumption of more things.
source: William (of Ockham), Philotheus Boehner (1990). “Philosophical Writings: A Selection”, p.21, Hackett Publishing
topic: Assumption, Fewer
