The First Book of Logical Exercises by Andreas Libavius

of those times. But because a twofold advantage is available to us, so that we may enjoy the inventions of those men and also progress through new increment; it ought not to be held against us if we vary a little in teaching, and nonetheless aim at the same goal, although by a more expeditious path. But whether those praised men attained their fame solely from Dialectic, or from this principally, or also—or rather—from other studies, those objectors have not yet said.

Ph. I give thanks for that information. Nevertheless, if they should say that change is dangerous and for that reason not to be admitted,

2. Object.
Change is dangerous.

what shall I reply?

Or. Change for the worse, or that which is inconsiderate or rash, and which is headlong, is to be avoided. That which is for the better, and is done deliberately, is by no means to be avoided. Thus, after Aristotle, Rhodolphus; thus after him, Philip and others each handed down different modes of teaching Dialectic, according to their own capacity, without crime. Then say that it is not dangerous or shameful to have a change which, with the same goal retained, and the same precepts, varies at least in the manner and dexterity of teaching. Thus, in republics and in every state, many things are established in better order for the times, which nevertheless all look toward peace and living well. Our logic has the old precepts.