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Notice regarding Objections.

The Author’s intention.

My intention is to bring the sciences The term "Wissenschafften" here refers to all branches of organized knowledge, including philosophy, mathematics, and the humanities. into better order and greater certainty, so that understanding and virtue for the happiness original: "Glückseeligkeit." This is a central concept in Wolff’s ethics, denoting a state of lasting well-being and perfection of the soul. of the human race may increase. From this intention has flowed all that I have published in print until now, and which I shall continue to promote further, if God preserves my life and health. I have also had the pleasure until now that many have been edified by my writings, and have not only received them well, but even to this hour encourage me to continue in my undertaking.

Why he [considers] the objections

Although I have indeed had the good fortune that those who have attained the highest reputation in the learned world [have received] my writ-